In the Matter of F.A.

Summary

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court vacated the buildings‑and‑grounds restriction imposed on F.A. under G.L. c. 123, § 16(e), finding it violated both substantive and procedural due process. The court held the restriction was not narrowly tailored to a compelling interest, lacked consideration of less restrictive alternatives, and was imposed without the required clear‑and‑convincing evidence or specific findings. The appeal was also deemed not moot despite the order’s expiration.