In re: E.M.

ZACHARY, Judge.

*477 Evan Miller 1 appeals from an order committing him to placement in a youth development center and transferring his legal custody to the Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services, Youth and Family Services Division. The trial court was presented with evidence that Evan was mentally ill and failed to refer him to the area mental health services director for appropriate action as prescribed by statute. As a result, we vacate the trial court's order and remand for further action.

Background

On 20 July 2017, the State filed petitions against Evan Miller for common-law robbery…