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July 15th, 2026After a Marchman Act petition is filed in Florida, a tight timeline kicks in: clerk processing, the 10-day assessment hearing, personal service on the respondent, a 5-day involuntary assessment, a separate treatment petition, and up to 60 days of court-ordered treatment with the option to renew. Knowing what happens at each step helps families show up prepared and avoid the missteps that stall cases.
The Marchman Act has been immensely influential since its inception, however many don’t truly know the history of the Marchman Act. It was named after Rev. Hal S. Marchman when implemented in 1993. The act is designed to provide an avenue for involuntary assessment/stabilization and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental
December 17th, 2021
Yes, if your loved one has health insurance that covers the cost of substance use disorder treatment and you arrange for treatment at a facility that accepts that insurance. However, determining insurance coverage is a very important step that should not be overlooked when planning to get your loved one into treatment. Some insurance plans
June 24th, 2020
Will The Marchman Act Be On My Loved One’s Record? The Marchman Act, a pivotal piece of legislation in Florida, offers a lifeline to individuals grappling with substance abuse impairment. This act empowers family members and loved ones to seek court-ordered assistance when someone is unable to make a rational decision due to their struggles
June 24th, 2020
You can arrange for your loved one to receive substance use disorder (“SUD”) treatment services at any licensed SUD treatment facility licensed in Florida. If you do not arrange for a certain treatment facility, then the Court will select a treatment facility for you. SUD treatment facilities that have not been pre-arranged may not accept
June 24th, 2020
What is a small estate when it comes to estate planning and application of a Summary Administration of probate? As per Chapter 735 of the Florida Statute, there are two important criteria that can each qualify an estate as a “small estate.” What that really means is that summary administration – a shorter and less
April 23rd, 2020
Estate Planning Attorney Near Me At Robinson & Casey Law, we make the process of estate planning as simple as possible. There are multiple forms and details that go into this. While many people assume that they can simply download a form they found online, what they don’t recognize is that there are important laws
April 23rd, 2020
I think it’s important to make sure that your whole family has an estate plan in place. An estate plan will differ depending on if it’s simply you and your spouse or if you have children, and the age of your kids. Your children may not need wills done while they’re young, but it is
April 14th, 2020
When you’re deciding on your estate plans, there are different things to think about. If your children are young, you’ll want to include things like a guardian designation. On the other hand, when your children are grown, there are topics and details that may be best discussed without them present, but the basics of which
April 14th, 2020
Florida Snowbird Estate Planning Estate Planning in Florida for Newly Retired Residents When you move south for retirement, many might be focused on a warmer climate. Don’t let estate planning slip your mind during this time. It’s important to know that what you planned in your northern state might create unintended consequences when it becomes
April 14th, 2020
