Petition to Determine Need for Continued Care

Upon the filing of a petition to determine the need for continued care pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, section 253B.17 , the court shall cause the hearing to be held within 14 days of filing. The hearing may be continued for up to 30 days upon a showing of good cause. The court shall give the respondent, respondent's attorney, county attorney, guardian ad litem, and substitute decision-maker, as well as such other interested persons as the court may direct, at least 10 days' notice of the date and time of the hearing. (Amended effective September 18, 2013.)