Court-Ordered Rehab in Florida: How It Worksfloridarehab.net
In Florida, the main path to court-ordered rehab for families is the Marchman Act. A spouse, relative, guardian, service provider or other qualified adult files a petition, a judge holds a hearing within 10 court working days, and the court can order up to 90 days of treatment, renewable for 90 more.
Court-ordered treatment can also come through the criminal justice system, for example as a condition of probation or through a drug court. This guide covers the civil route families can start themselves.
How it works
- File a petition for involuntary treatment services with the clerk of court in the county where the person is located. There is no filing fee.
- The judge can issue an emergency order for pickup and assessment.
- A hearing is held within 10 court working days; the person has a right to a lawyer.
- If granted, the court orders treatment for up to 90 days at a licensed provider.
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