The commissioner of human services may transfer a committed patient to the Minnesota Security Hospital following a determination that the patient's behavior presents a danger to others and treatment in a secure treatment facility is necessary. The commissioner shall establish a written policy creating the transfer criteria.
(4534) 1907 c 338 s 7; 1955 c 454 s 1; 1957 c 196 s 1; 1983 c 10 s 1; 1984 c 654 art 5 s 58; 1985 c 21 s 47; 1986 c 444; 1Sp2003 c 14 art 6 s 43
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 245 - 267 — Public Welfare And Related Activities
Chapter 253 — Hospitals For Persons With Mental Illness
Section 253.015 — Location; Management; Commitment; Chief Executive Officer.
Section 253.016 — Purpose Of Regional Treatment Centers.
Section 253.017 — Treatment Provided By State-operated Services.
Section 253.13 — Notice Of Escape Or Death.
Section 253.20 — Minnesota Security Hospital.
Section 253.21 — Commitment; Proceedings; Restoration Of Mental Health.
Section 253.23 — Transfer Proceedings.