May demand a jury trial. Must have testimony of at least one physician or psychologist who has personally examined individual. Should be treating professional, if possible. Need not be certifier. May demand independent medical examination by physician or psychologist at or before the first hearing.
Standard of proof is clear and convincing evidence.
Patient may be removed if behavior makes it impossible to conduct hearing. Statement must be placed on record if removal orders. Immediate past conduct indicates patient is reasonably likely to try to escape or to inflict physical harm on himself or others. Judge should be sensitive to nature of proceeding in dealing with disruptive patients. Patient does not want an attorney.