In re the Mental Health of R.J.W.

RJW appeals an order from the Seventh Judicial District Court ordering his involuntary commitment to the Montana State Hospital.

We affirm the commitment.

The issues on appeal are:

1. Whether there is sufficient evidence to support the finding of the District Court that appellant is seriously mentally ill.

2. Whether the District Court’s findings are adequate under Section 53-21-127(2)(c), MCA.

Criminal proceedings were initiated in McCone County alleging RJW committed aggravated assault and carried a concealed weapon. The incident precipitating these charges occurred on May 11, 1986. The…