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Indiana Appeals Court Clarifies Dangerousness Standard, Reaffirms Mootness Exception in Civil Commitment Case

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Posted on November 24, 2025 in Litigation Analysis, Mental Health

Published by: Hall Render

In a recent decision, the Indiana Court of Appeals (the “Court”) upheld the trial court’s Order for Temporary Commitment, clarifying that a finding of “dangerousness” for civil commitment is not negated by claims of self-defense when the underlying conduct is driven by delusional beliefs. In re Commitment of J.S., No. 25A-MH-979, 263 N.E.3d 165... READ MORE

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