People v. James

After a hearing in the circuit court of Sangamon County, the trial court ordered respondent involuntarily admitted to a mental health facility. The court found respondent was mentally ill, and because of his illness, likely to inflict serious physical harm upon another. (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1987, ch. 91½, par. 1—119(1).) Respondent appeals arguing the trial court’s findings were not supported by clear and convincing evidence; and the trial court erred in ordering his involuntary admission prior to considering a report, as required by section 3—810 of the Mental Health and Developmental…