Appellate Division, Fourth Department · October 2, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 05647
Matter of Santopietro v Shy Kym S.
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Holding The appeal is dismissed as moot because the order authorizing the administration of medication to the respondent has since expired. The court further concludes that the case does not fall within the exception to the mootness doctrine.
The court’s words
The order has since expired, rendering this appeal moot
2026 NY Slip Op 05647, at the official text
we conclude that this case does not fall within the exception to the mootness doctrine
2026 NY Slip Op 05647, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, Fourth Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | October 2, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 05647 |
| Area of law | Mental Hygiene Law |
| Week | Week ending October 3, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 05647 |
| Publication status | Slip opinions are uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. |
| Source feed | New York slip opinion page |
| Law Watch record id | 846 |
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