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FAQ: Civil Commitment in Oregon
Civil commitment is a terrible investment for Oregonians. Expanding the statute will not solve chronic mental illness, homelessness, drug addiction, or Oregon’s behavioral system.
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Civil commitment is a terrible investment for Oregonians. Expanding the statute will not solve chronic mental illness, homelessness, drug addiction, or Oregon’s behavioral system.