Los Angeles Court Grants Mental Health Diversion to Weezer Bassist's Wife After Police Shooting

Jillian Lauren Shriner, wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, was involved in an April incident where she allegedly fired a gun at police officers during their pursuit of hit-and-run suspects in her Los Angeles neighborhood. She was shot in the shoulder by police, charged with attempted murder and other felonies, and released on $1 million bail. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Susan J. De Witt recently ruled Shriner eligible for a two-year mental health diversion program that could dismiss her charges if she complies with requirements including counseling, drug testing, and a firearms ban. The incident drew public attention through released police bodycam and home surveillance footage, showing Shriner armed and refusing to lower her weapon despite police commands. Shriner’s attorney and the district attorney’s office expressed support for the diversion program as an appropriate resolution. Meanwhile, Scott Shriner publicly maintained a low profile during the legal proceedings, indicating his wife's status as "alright" and making light remarks about upcoming events.