In Citrus County, a Marchman Act petition for involuntary substance abuse services is filed with Citrus County Clerk of Courts, in Florida's Fifth Judicial Circuit. The petition asks a judge to order assessment, stabilization and, if needed, treatment for someone who has lost control of their substance use.
Filing in Citrus County
- Where to file: Citrus County Clerk of Courts (official Marchman Act information)
- County seat: Inverness
- Judicial circuit: Fifth Judicial Circuit
- Publicly funded services: Lutheran Services Florida
Citrus County is part of Florida's Fifth Judicial Circuit.
Marchman Act petitions in Citrus County are handled through the Injunction Office of the Citrus County Courthouse.
Marchman Act petition packets are available in person at the courthouse Injunction Office.
The Citrus County Clerk states there is no filing fee for a Marchman Act petition.
An ex parte Marchman Act petition is not appropriate when the person is already in law enforcement custody.
Petitioners should arrive at the Clerk's Office before 4 PM so the paperwork can be processed and routed to the judge the same day; the office closes at 5 PM.
Bring picture identification and an address or current location for the person; they must live in or currently be located in Citrus County, and the petitioner must have recently observed their behavior.
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How the process works
- File the petition for involuntary treatment services with the clerk. Florida law bars a filing fee.
- The judge reviews it. In an emergency the court can issue an ex parte order for law enforcement to take the person to a licensed provider.
- Assessment within 72 hours for adults (longer if detox or medical care is needed).
- Hearing within 10 court working days. The person has a right to a lawyer.
- Treatment order of up to 90 days if the petition is granted, renewable for up to 90 more, with discharge planning at the end.
Details: how to file a Marchman Act · requirements · how long it lasts
Detox and treatment near Citrus County
Courts order Marchman Act assessments and treatment at licensed providers. Voluntary admission is often faster and is worth trying first.
Spring Gardens Recovery
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisSMA Healthcare – Outpatient Ocala/Beacon Point
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisInsight BH and Addiction Solutions – DBA Clean Recovery Centers
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisRecovery Village
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisTurning Point of Tampa
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisA specialist can help you decide between voluntary treatment and a Marchman Act petition. Free and confidential, 24/7.
Call (866) 649-0814See the full Marchman Act guide, Marchman Act vs Baker Act and treatment in Citrus County. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Neighboring counties
- Marchman Act in Hernando County
- Marchman Act in Sumter County
- Marchman Act in Marion County
- Marchman Act in Levy County
Frequently asked questions
Where do I file a Marchman Act in Citrus County?
Marchman Act petitions in Citrus County are filed with Citrus County Clerk of Courts in Inverness. Check the clerk's official page for current forms and hours.
Who can file a Marchman Act petition?
For an adult, a spouse or legal guardian, any relative, a service provider, or an adult with direct personal knowledge of the person's substance abuse impairment and prior treatment history can file. For a minor, only a parent, legal guardian or service provider can file.
Does the person get a lawyer?
Yes. The person named in the petition has a right to a lawyer at every stage, and the court can appoint one through the office of criminal conflict and civil regional counsel. The person who files does not get a court-appointed lawyer.