Richard Wilson Deemed Competent to Stand Trial

Richard Wilson, a Fox Point teen accused of killing his grandfather, was ruled competent to continue legal proceedings by Judge William Domina on Wednesday.

Wilson is accused of on Mother’s Day. Siepmann was found inside a shed on his property in the Town of Merton.

After Siepmann’s body was discovered, Wilson told his mother he had killed him in order to break a curse of schizophrenia in the family, according to the criminal complaint. After being arrested, he also made threats against other family members.

"I am not challenging the conclusion that he does have the substantial mental capacity to understand the proceedings," attorney Michael Steinle said on behalf of Wilson. 

Dr. Erik D. Knudson, a forensic psychiatrist, submitted a report to the court on Aug. 23 that says Wilson is competent to continue proceedings, according to discussion in the courtroom.

"We request that the court make the finding that at this time the defendant is competent to proceed based on the reports submitted by Dr. Knudson," said Waukesha County District Attorney Brad D. Schimel.

"Based upon the prior opinion that was given regarding the administration of medication, given the underlying health condition which has been attested to in two reports received by the court, I order that medication continue to be provided to the defendant," Judge Domina said.

Steinle pointed out that the judge's original order said if Wilson would not voluntarily take the medication, he could be forced to take it. Steinle requested that line be removed, as Wilson has been voluntarily taking his medication, however Judge Domina said because of the history of Wilson not taking his medication led to the question of his competency, the order will stay the same.

"The court appreciates the fact that the defendant is taking it, but will leave in place the order. ... If he does not choose to do so voluntarily, that it be administered involuntarily," Domina said. 

A status update has been scheduled for Sept. 19 at 2 p.m.