In Flagler County, a Marchman Act petition for involuntary substance abuse services is filed with Flagler County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, in Florida's Seventh 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 Flagler County
- Where to file: Flagler County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller (official Marchman Act information)
- County seat: Bunnell
- Judicial circuit: Seventh Judicial Circuit
- Publicly funded services: Lutheran Services Florida
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed on observed holidays.
The Flagler clerk states there is no fee for filing a petition.
Petitioners must show ID, have personally witnessed the person's behavior, and be sworn in at the Clerk's Office; the petition must be filed in the county where the person lives.
Flagler County is part of Florida's Seventh Judicial Circuit.
Sources
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 Flagler County
Courts order Marchman Act assessments and treatment at licensed providers. Voluntary admission is often faster and is worth trying first.
Soulfull Synergy Detox & Wellness
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxSt Johns Recovery Place
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisEPIC Recovery Center – EPIC Behavioral Healthcare
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisPromises Five Palms
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisHeroes Mile
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 Flagler County. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Neighboring counties
- Marchman Act in Volusia County
- Marchman Act in Putnam County
- Marchman Act in St. Johns County
- Marchman Act in Clay County
Frequently asked questions
Where do I file a Marchman Act in Flagler County?
Marchman Act petitions in Flagler County are filed with Flagler County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller in Bunnell. 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.