State v. J. T. C.

I agree with the majority opinion’s conclusion that the evidence in this record is insufficient to support commitment on a “basic needs” theory. I disagree, however, with its conclusion that the record is legally sufficient to support the trial court’s determination that, because of his mental disorder, appellant is a danger to others. Accordingly, I would reverse the judgment committing appellant to the Oregon Health Authority and I dissent from the majority’s contrary conclusion.

The majority has correctly stated the general legal principles that govern our review in civil commitment cases,…