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.
2013 c 49 s 15
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 245 - 267 — Public Welfare And Related Activities
Chapter 253D — Civil Commitment And Treatment Of Sex Offenders
Section 253D.02 — Definitions.
Section 253D.03 — General Provisions.
Section 253D.04 — Review Board.
Section 253D.07 — Proceedings.
Section 253D.08 — County Attorney Access To Data.
Section 253D.09 — Petition Required.
Section 253D.10 — Temporary Confinement.
Section 253D.11 — Statewide Judicial Panel.
Section 253D.12 — Financial Responsibility.
Section 253D.13 — Procedures Upon Commitment.
Section 253D.14 — Victim Notification Of Petition And Release; Right To Submit Statement.
Section 253D.17 — Rights Of Committed Persons; Generally.
Section 253D.18 — Administrative Restriction.
Section 253D.19 — Rights Of Persons Committed Under This Chapter.
Section 253D.20 — Right To Counsel.
Section 253D.21 — Neuroleptic Medication.
Section 253D.22 — Transfer To Correctional Facility.
Section 253D.24 — Return Of Absent Person.
Section 253D.27 — Petition For Reduction In Custody.
Section 253D.28 — Judicial Appeal Panel.
Section 253D.30 — Provisional Discharge.
Section 253D.32 — Scope Of Community Notification.