State v. Hughes

Appellant seeks reversal of an order committing him to the Mental Health Division based on findings that he is a danger to himself and unable to provide for his basic personal needs. ORS 426.005(1)(d)(A), (B). He argues that the trial court erred in “denying [him] the opportunity to subpoena witnesses for the hearing.” We affirm.

The relevant facts are not in dispute. In April 2001, appellant was brought before the Multnomah County Circuit Court based on a notice of mental illness filed by his mother and sister. They reported that appellant has a history of mental disorders dating from…