People v. Kness

Respondent, James Kness, appeals from an order of the circuit court of Kane County approving the involuntary administration of psychotropic medication to the respondent. Respondent raises the following issues on appeal: (1) whether the State proved by clear and convincing evidence that the respondent lacked the capacity to make a reasoned decision about the medication and that the benefits of the medication outweigh potential harm; (2) whether the trial court erred in failing to consider the substituted judgment standard; (3) whether the trial court’s order is void for lack of subject matter…