State v. A. D. S.

Appellant seeks reversal of a judgment of involuntary civil commitment under ORS 426.130, arguing that the record does not establish by clear and convincing evidence that, because of a mental disorder, she is unable to provide for her basic needs and is not receiving such care as is necessary for health or safety, ORS 426.005(l)(e)(B). We conclude that the evidence is legally insufficient to support the trial court’s conclusion and, accordingly, reverse.

Whether the evidence presented by the state is legally sufficient to support a civil commitment is a question of law. State v. D. M., 245 Or…