State Dept. of State Hospitals at Coalinga v. A.M.
Appellant A.M. appeals an order finding he lacks the capacity to refuse treatment and compelling him to undergo the involuntary administration of antipsychotic medications from respondent, the Department of State Hospitals, over the course of a year. He contends the determination regarding his capacity to consent was made under the wrong standard of proof. To the extent this issue has been forfeited, he alleges ineffective assistance of counsel. For the reasons set forth below, we reverse and remand for further proceedings.
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