Hermogenes DeGuzman (DeGuzman) appeals a trial court ruling revoking his status as an outpatient and returning him to Patton State Hospital (Patton). He contends the court erred in using a lesser standard of proof than "beyond a reasonable doubt," and in considering concerns of public safety in determining that his outpatient status should be revoked.
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