Limited guardianship is the middle ground between full plenary guardianship and no oversight at all. It transfers only the specific rights a person cannot safely exercise, while every other right stays with the ward.
Florida families facing addiction or a mental health crisis often hear two names: the Marchman Act and the Baker Act. Both involve civil commitment, and knowing which statute fits the moment can change the outcome for your loved one.
Mental health guardianship in Florida is more nuanced than most families expect. Here's the honest version: how Chapter 744 works, how it differs from the Baker Act and Marchman Act, and what courts actually approve.