People v. David S.

David S. appeals from the trial court’s September 11, 2007, judgment concluding that he was subject to the involuntary administration of psychotropic medication and subject to testing necessary to determine the safe and effective administration of those psychotropic medications. We reverse.

The mental health of David S., a Clinton County resident, deteriorated in March 2006 when he was found guilty of violating an order of protection. Certain symptoms had been evident for the previous 18 years, according to information provided by his wife. At some time before March 2006, David S.’s wife…