Matter of Jackson

ARNOLD, Judge.

Respondent first argues that the trial court’s conclusion that she was dangerous to herself or others was unsupported by evidence. We disagree.

G.S. 122-58.70) states:

To support a commitment order, the court is required to find, by clear, cogent, and convincing evidence, that the respondent is mentally ill or inebriate, and dangerous to himself or others, or is mentally retarded, and because of an accompanying behavior disorder, is dangerous to others. The court shall record the facts which support its findings.

Under the statute, two distinct facts must be found by clear, cogent,…