Supreme Court of New Jersey

In the Matter of the Commitment of N.N., Appellant

August 5, 1996146 N.J. 112

Summary

The Supreme Court of New Jersey reversed the lower court, holding that the statutory "necessary‑treatment" standard for involuntary commitment of minors is unconstitutional because it is vague and fails to satisfy due process; a finding of mental illness and dangerousness is required for such commitments.