State Of Washington, V. L.h.

IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON In the Matter of the Detention of No. 81523-7-I L.H. DIVISION ONE PUBLISHED OPINION CHUN, J. — This case concerns a 90-day commitment hearing under the “Involuntary Treatment Act” (ITA), ch. 71.05 RCW. While testifying, a mental health professional read aloud medical chart notes written by other mental health professionals about L.H.’s behavior during his 14-day involuntary treatment. L.H. objected, claiming a due process right to confront and cross-examine the authors of the notes. The trial court overruled the objection. And then, relying…