State v. M.J.

Appellant appeals from a judgment of involuntary civil commitment, contending that the record is insufficient to support the trial court’s determination that, as a result of his mental disorder, he was unable to provide for his basic personal needs and was not receiving such care as is necessary for health or safety. ORS 426.005; ORS 426.070; ORS 426.130. The state argues that the trial court properly committed appellant. We conclude that the evidence is legally insufficient to support the trial court’s determination that appellant was unable to provide for his basic needs. Accordingly, we…