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Civil Commitment — involuntary medication — sufficiency of the evidence
By: WISCONSIN LAW JOURNAL STAFF//January 29, 2014//
Civil Commitment — involuntary medication — sufficiency of the evidence
By: WISCONSIN LAW JOURNAL STAFF//January 29, 2014//
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Civil Commitment — involuntary medication — sufficiency of the evidence
Michael J.S. appeals an order extending his commitment on the basis that his lack of recent dangerous behavior makes him statutorily ineligible to be forcibly medicated. Michael’s argument contradicts case law holding that imminent acts are not required to sustain a commitment. We affirm. This opinion will not be published.
2013AP1983-FT In the matter of the mental commitment of Michael J.S.
Dist II, Waukesha County, Bohren, J., Brown, C.J.
Attorneys: For Appellant: Olsen, Jefren E., Madison; For Respondent: Mueller, Robert J., Waukesha
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