In Re the Alleged Psychopathic Personality of Joelson

TODD, Justice.

John Anton Joelson appeals from the order of a three-judge panel affirming a probate court order committing him to the Minnesota Security Hospital at St. Peter as a psychopathic personality. The probate court in an amended order also placed restrictions on his right to obtain passes from the hospital. . We affirm in part, reverse in part and remand for further proceedings.

An underlying issue in this case is the scope of Joelson’s constitutional right to receive treatment for his mental condition. Upon review of the record, we are satisfied that further evidence is required to…