In Riggins v. Nevada (1992), the Supreme Court ruled that a person cannot be forced to take antipsychotic medication because

A. it would be unconstitutional.
B. patient's choice is more important than doctor's orders.
C. there is a potential for negative side effects.
D. it would interfere with the patient's competency to stand trial.


Answer: C

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