Adva Lavie Denied Mental Health Diversion in Theft Case

Adva Lavie, a 29-year-old influencer, has been denied a request for mental health diversion by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Diego H. Edber.

The judge questioned Lavie's truthfulness and concluded that her mental state did not influence her alleged crimes, which include two counts of grand theft and two counts of first-degree residential burglary. Lavie is accused of using sugar daddy and dating sites to lure wealthy men and younger women in upscale areas of Los Angeles, stealing luxury goods and vehicles.

She has pleaded not guilty and could face over 11 years in prison. The judge also denied her bail after learning she discussed fleeing to Israel during a jail call.

Lavie's attorneys argued she was a victim of abuse and had post-traumatic stress disorder, but the judge found insufficient documentation to support her claims. Lavie was arrested again for allegedly stealing a man's Rolex and Tesla Cybertruck, and prosecutors indicated a new investigation with potential victims is underway.