Civil Commitment Procedures - Winona County Health and Human Services - Human Service Division
202 West Third Street, Winona County Office Building, Winona, MN 55987
Eligibility
people 18 and older who have been diagnosed with a mental illness and there is a strong likelihood that the individual will physically harm him or herself or others, or there has been a recent attempt or threat to physically harm him or herself, or it is more probable than not that the individual will suffer harm, serious illness or significant psychiatric deterioration as a result of not receiving medical care, or the person exhibits voluntary and purposeful conduct involving significant damage to substantial property and there is no less restrictive way to get treatment for the person; serves Winona County
Hours
Office hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
(507)457-6500
Voice
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Somali, French, Spanish, Korean, Laotian, Hmong, Thai
Interpretation services
Language interpreters are available with advance notice.
Application process
Call for commitment petition screening information
Service area
Winona County, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
Winona County Community Services can provide advice, support, and assessments regarding civil commitments. Only the court system can make an involuntary commitment and only if the person is determined to be eligible and a commitment petition is filed with supportive documentation.
Last Assured
05/18/2022
Providing organization
Winona County Health and Human Services - Human Service Division
Winona County Human Services Division provides services to support the safety and well being of people in the county.