In the Matter of Chapman

OPINION

POPOVICH, Chief Judge.

On appeal from an order of commitment, its confirmation, and the denial of amended findings, conclusions, or a new trial, appellant Chapman challenges the use of the pre-petition screening report by the court-appointed examiner and the trial court. We affirm.

FACTS

Candace Chapman is diagnosed as suffering from schizophrenia, although she denies she is mentally ill. She has been hospitalized and treated with medication, with periodic discharges, since 1978. The medical director of Minnesota Security Hospital petitioned for Chapman’s recommitment in November 1985. A…