In the Matter of M.A., Alleged to Be Seriously Mentally Impaired, M.A.

MULLINS, Judge.

M.A. appeals from the district court’s order of involuntary commitment. He argues (1) the district court in Black Hawk County did not have subject matter jurisdiction because M.A. resided in and was located in a different county, (2) there was not substantial evidence M.A. was a legitimate threat to others, and (3) the applicant claiming the need for the commitment proceedings had insufficient knowledge upon which the court could base its ruling. Finding the first issue dispositive, we vacate and remand.

I. Backgrounds Facts and Proceedings

M.A.’s mother filed an application with…