BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A state appeals court has denied an effort by the California Attorney General’s Office to overturn a judge’s decision granting mental health diversion to former Kern County Supervisor Zack Scrivner.
The 5th District Court of Appeal denied the petition challenging the diversion order, which was granted in December 2025.
Under that court order, Scrivner must continue treatment at a psychiatric wellness clinic, see a psychiatrist at least every six months, take prescribed medications, attend weekly therapy for substance abuse and mental health issues, remain sober, and submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
The defense has said that if Scrivner complies with treatment and the court is satisfied with periodic evaluations, the charges could eventually be dismissed. The mental health diversion program could last up to two years while Scrivner completes treatment.
Scrivner was accused in April 2024 of sexually assaulting one of his four children at his Tehachapi home…