People v. Todd CA5

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Court of Appeal of CaliforniaJanuary 8, 2026F088741California675 words

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facts of this case. Appellant was advised of the right to file a supplemental brief within 30 days. More than 30 days elapsed, and we received no communication from appellant. Finding no arguable error that would result in a disposition more favorable to appellant, we affirm the judgment. The following is a brief description of the facts and procedural history of the case. (See People v. Kelly (2006) 40 Cal.4th 106, 110, 124.) In June 2024, the People filed a petition for commitment of a person with a developmental disability under Welfare and Institutions Code section 6500. The petition alleged appellant is a developmentally disabled person who was dangerous to themselves or others, that the disability was a substantial factor in causing them to have serious difficulties in controlling their dangerous behavior, and that there were no suitable alternatives to judicial commitment. The declaration to the petition noted appellant was previously committed and had resided in his current facility since at least 2008. At the People’s request, August 20, 2024, to August 22, 2024, the trial court held a jury trial on the petition. Appellant and Dr. Michael Musacco were called by the People…

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