Minnesota § 253D.20 RIGHT TO COUNSEL

Minnesota Statutes

§ 253D.20 — RIGHT TO COUNSEL

Minnesota § 253D.20

PartPUBLIC WELFARE AND RELATED ACTIVITIES

Ch. 253DCIVIL COMMITMENT AND TREATMENT OF SEX OFFENDERS

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Minn. Stat. § 253D.20 (2026).

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A committed person has the right to be represented by counsel at any proceeding under this chapter. The court shall appoint a qualified attorney to represent the committed person if neither the committed person nor others provide counsel. The attorney shall be appointed at the time a petition for commitment is filed. In all proceedings under this chapter, the attorney shall:

(1)consult with the person prior to any hearing;

(2)be given adequate time and access to records to prepare for all hearings;

(3)continue to represent the person throughout any proceedings under this chapter unless released as counsel by the court; and

(4)be a vigorous advocate on behalf of the person.

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A committed person has the right to be represented by counsel at any proceeding under this chapter. The court shall appoint a qualified attorney to represent the committed person if neither the committed person nor others provide counsel. The attorney shall be appointed at the time a petition for commitment is filed. In all proceedings under this chapter, the attorney shall:
(1) consult with the person prior to any hearing;
(2) be given adequate time and access to records to prepare for all hearings;
(3) continue to represent the person throughout any proceedings under this chapter unless released as counsel by the court; and
(4) be a vigorous advocate on behalf of the person.