In Hernando County, a Marchman Act petition for involuntary substance abuse services is filed with Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller, 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 Hernando County
- Where to file: Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller (official Marchman Act information)
- County seat: Brooksville
- Judicial circuit: Fifth Judicial Circuit
- Publicly funded services: Lutheran Services Florida
Hernando County is in the Fifth Judicial Circuit, with Citrus, Lake, Marion and Sumter counties.
The Clerk states Marchman Act petitions must be filed by a family member or three non-related individuals with first-hand knowledge, and the respondent must reside or be physically located in Hernando County.
The Clerk posts a Marchman Act Petition and a Guide to Substance Abuse Involuntary Placement Services, which lists facilities with available beds.
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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 Hernando 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 diagnosisInsight BH and Addiction Solutions – DBA Clean Recovery Centers
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisTurning Point of Tampa
Residential / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisCentral Florida Behavioral Health – Network Inc
Hospital / inpatientMedical detoxDual diagnosisRiverside Recovery of Tampa
Hospital / 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 Hernando County. This page is general information, not legal advice.
Neighboring counties
- Marchman Act in Pasco County
- Marchman Act in Citrus County
- Marchman Act in Sumter County
- Marchman Act in Hillsborough County
Frequently asked questions
Where do I file a Marchman Act in Hernando County?
Marchman Act petitions in Hernando County are filed with Hernando County Clerk of Circuit Court & Comptroller in Brooksville. 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.