Kernrechtsfrage
Whether the refusal of free legal representation in the involuntary commitment appeal violated constitutional rights
Extrahierter Entscheid
The refusal violated Art. 29(3) BV because the appellant's medical condition, long-standing addiction, and impaired thinking created at least a borderline case requiring counsel.
Extrahierte Begründung
The court held that the ability to speak at the hearing and understand a remedy notice does not exclude the need for counsel. The medical reports showed acute psychotic disorder, addiction, threats toward staff, and significantly impaired cognition, leaving serious doubts about the appellant's capacity to conduct the case effectively.