{"id":6151,"date":"2026-10-14T02:23:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T02:23:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/how-to-get-someone-to-go-to-rehab\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T14:31:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T14:31:27","slug":"how-to-get-someone-to-go-to-rehab","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/how-to-get-someone-to-go-to-rehab\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Someone to Go to Rehab: Florida Options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Marchman Act & Guardianship Matters<\/p>

How to Get Someone to Go to Rehab: Florida Options<\/h1>

Robinson Casey focuses exclusively on Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters. Learn the options Florida law may provide, then speak with our team in a free, confidential consultation.<\/p>

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Florida options to understand<\/h2>\n

Involuntary commitment for addiction<\/h3>

Under the Marchman Act, a court may order a person to undergo assessment and, where the statute's requirements are met, treatment. Other requirements also apply, and the court decides based on the evidence presented.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Guardianship options<\/h3>

The court determines what, if any, appointment is appropriate.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Mental health guardianship<\/h3>

Some families explore guardianship when a loved one's mental health affects their ability to make decisions. Each case turns on its own facts and the court's judgment.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

By Richard J. Casey III, Esq. \u00b7 Published October 13, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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If you’re wondering how to get someone to go to rehab, start with an honest, caring conversation. If that doesn’t work and the situation is serious, Florida law may offer a court process under the Marchman Act. This page walks through both paths in plain language. It is general information, not legal advice, and every case depends on its facts.<\/p>\n

What It Means to Get Someone to Go to Rehab<\/h2>\n

Getting someone to go to rehab means helping an adult with a substance use problem choose treatment. There are two broad paths: a voluntary one and a court one.<\/p>\n

The voluntary path.<\/strong> The person decides to get help. Florida law lets a person apply to a service provider for voluntary admission. The provider must emphasize the least restrictive setting that fits the person’s needs.<\/p>\n

The court path.<\/strong> A court may order involuntary treatment, but only when the statute’s criteria are met. The test requires a good faith reason to believe the person is substance abuse impaired, or has a substance use disorder and a co-occurring mental health disorder. The person must also have lost the power of self-control and meet one more listed condition. Other requirements may also apply, and the court decides.<\/p>\n

You may feel fear, anger, or exhaustion right now. You didn’t choose this situation. Wanting to protect your loved one is a reasonable place to begin.<\/p>\n\n

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Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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Start With a Compassionate, Honest Conversation<\/h2>\n

A calm, private talk about specific worries is a good first step. Keep these points in mind.<\/p>\n