A Tillamook County Judge rejected the state’s reasoning for why it won’t admit defendants deemed “guilty except for insanity,” leading to unconstitutional jail stays.
Nov 23, 2021
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Oregon State Hospital in Salem.
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A federal judge opens new legal can of worms for State Hospital, ruling the facility must admit guilty-except-for-insanity defendants despite objections.
Nov 15, 2021
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Oregon State Hospital in Salem.
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The shortage of beds at Oregon State Hospital reflects a national trend linked to staffing deficits that are cramping services in the public mental health system.
Oct 26, 2021
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The Hospital’s Advisory Board is seeking answers from Superintendent Dolly Matteucci after staff revealed details about the treatment of a Black patient and a transgender patient.
Oct 20, 2021
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Oregon State Hospital.
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