(2) If the respondent is not represented by counsel and appears to be unable to request counsel, the court shall appoint suitable counsel to represent the respondent.
(3) Counsel appointed by the court shall be paid compensation, as provided in ORS 135.055. When the court appoints counsel and the respondent is without sufficient financial means to employ counsel, the compensation for counsel and reasonable expenses of investigation, preparation and presentation paid or incurred shall be determined and paid as provided in ORS 135.055. [1983 c.460 §9; 2001 c.962 §75]
Structure 2021 Oregon Revised Statutes
Section 436.205 - Definitions.
Section 436.225 - Obtaining informed consent.
Section 436.245 - Petition content.
Section 436.255 - Court hearing on petition; notice.
Section 436.265 - Appointment of counsel; payment of expenses.
Section 436.275 - Admissible evidence; subpoenas.
Section 436.295 - Court determination of ability to consent.
Section 436.305 - Evidence on best interests of respondent.
Section 436.335 - Report on disposition; biennial review; report to Legislative Assembly.