{"id":6583,"date":"2026-10-16T01:50:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T01:50:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/emergency-baker-act-attorney\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T16:00:52","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:00:52","slug":"emergency-baker-act-attorney","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/emergency-baker-act-attorney\/","title":{"rendered":"Marchman Act Attorney in Florida | Robinson Casey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-80 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A Marchman Act hearing in a courtroom with a judge, a represented respondent, and a clerk preparing orders.\" src=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-marchman-act-hearing-in-a-courtroom-with-a-judge-a-represe-photo.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Marchman Act Petitions &amp; Guardianship<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Marchman Act Help for Families Facing Addiction Crises<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Robinson Casey focuses exclusively on Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters. Start with a free, confidential first consultation, with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494149\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Richard J. Casey III, Esq. \u00b7 Published October 15, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>Which Florida law applies depends on the facts. The Baker Act covers mental illness, and the Marchman Act covers substance abuse. Robinson Casey limits its practice to Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters, so this page explains the difference and what the firm handles.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Marchman Act Petition Involves<\/h2>\n<p>The Marchman Act covers substance abuse. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.675.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.675<\/a>, a person may meet the criteria for involuntary admission if there is 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 statute adds further conditions that must also be met.<\/p>\n<p>Families often search for an emergency Baker Act attorney when a loved one is in crisis. Robinson Casey does not handle Baker Act matters.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a loved one&#x27;s crisis has you asking which Florida law applies, our team can talk it through with you, with no obligation. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494149\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/juez-en-toga-sentado-en-escritorio-de-sala-de-cortes-represe-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A judge in black robes sits at a desk in a courtroom.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who Robinson Casey Handles: Marchman Act and Guardianship Matters<\/h2>\n<p>Robinson Casey limits its practice to Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters. The practice limits its work to Marchman Act and guardianship matters. Its services include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Marchman Act attorney work<\/strong> on involuntary treatment petitions<\/li>\n<li><strong>Involuntary commitment for addiction<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Emergency temporary guardianship<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Plenary guardianship<\/strong>, which is full guardianship<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limited guardianship<\/strong>, which is narrower and set by the court<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mental health guardianship<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Emergency temporary guardianship needs a closer look. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0744\/Sections\/0744.3031.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 744.3031<\/a>, a court may appoint an emergency temporary guardian after a petition for determination of incapacity has been filed. The court must find that imminent danger appears to exist unless immediate action is taken. The statute also requires the court to appoint counsel for the alleged incapacitated person during those summary proceedings.<\/p>\n<p>Richard J. Casey III, Esq. is the responsible lawyer. Our team includes assistants and office staff. If a matter falls outside these areas, it may be referred to another lawyer.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Generally Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>Most matters follow the same general order, though each case is different.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Initial consultation.<\/strong> The first meeting is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Document review.<\/strong> We review the records the family has and the person&#8217;s current circumstances. Review does not predict what the evidence will show.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Preparing the filing.<\/strong> A Marchman Act petition must be filed with the clerk of the court in the county where the person is located, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.681.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.681<\/a>. The clerk may not charge a fee to file that petition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Possible ex parte order.<\/strong> When emergency circumstances exist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.6818.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.6818<\/a> allows the court to rely on the petition alone. The court may then enter an ex parte order for assessment and stabilization without appointing an attorney.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hearing and follow-up.<\/strong> Hearing dates follow the court&#8217;s calendar and discretion. The firm does not set them, and it does not control the court&#8217;s timing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Guardianship filings follow different statutes and rules. The court sets the schedule for each step.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Gather Before a Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>Gathering the right facts early helps the consultation stay focused. Bring what you have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full legal name, date of birth, and the county where the person is located.<\/li>\n<li>Any court orders, prior evaluations, discharge papers, or facility records.<\/li>\n<li>A short written timeline of recent events, including dates of crises and any hospital or facility stays.<\/li>\n<li>Names and contact details of treating providers, if known.<\/li>\n<li>Your relationship to the person, and the name of any attorney the person already has.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.68141.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.68141<\/a>, a petition for involuntary services must include the respondent&#8217;s name, the petitioner&#8217;s name, the relationship between them, the respondent&#8217;s attorney if known, and the factual allegations. <a href=\"https:\/\/www-media.floridabar.org\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Probate-Rules-10-01-26.pdf#page=280\">Fla. Prob. R. 5.648<\/a> provides that, before a guardian is appointed but after a petition for determination of incapacity has been filed, the alleged incapacitated person or any adult interested in that person&#8217;s welfare may petition for appointment of an emergency temporary guardian of the person or property. The rule requires that petition to be verified and to state, among other items, the petitioner&#8217;s residence and post office address; the name, age, and residence and post office address of the alleged incapacitated person; that there appears to be imminent danger that the person&#8217;s physical or mental health or safety will be seriously impaired, or that the person&#8217;s property is in danger of being wasted, misappropriated, or lost, unless immediate action is taken; and the nature of the emergency.<\/p>\n<p>Gathering these items does not decide the outcome. The court decides what evidence it considers.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Robinson Casey Focuses Its Practice This Way<\/h2>\n<p>Robinson Casey concentrates on Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters.<\/p>\n<p>Richard J. Casey III, Esq. is the responsible lawyer for the practice. This page makes no claims about his skill, reputation, or results. The best way to judge fit is a direct conversation.<\/p>\n<p>Our team includes assistants and office staff who support the practice. This page does not claim any particular number of matters, speed of response, or relationships with courts.<\/p>\n<p>No one can promise a particular outcome.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Questions About Marchman Act and Guardianship Matters<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is the Baker Act the same as the Marchman Act?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The Baker Act covers mental illness, and the Marchman Act covers substance abuse impairment.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a family member start a Marchman Act petition?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an adult, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.68112.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.68112<\/a> lists who may file. That includes a spouse or legal guardian, any relative, a service provider, or an adult with direct personal knowledge of the impairment.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the person have a right to a lawyer?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.681.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.681<\/a>, a respondent has the right to counsel at every stage. A respondent who cannot afford private counsel may seek court-appointed counsel.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does hiring a lawyer change the outcome?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a lawyer does not decide a case. The court decides based on the evidence and its discretion, and no result can be promised.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does emergency temporary guardianship last?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0744\/Sections\/0744.3031.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 744.3031<\/a>, the authority expires 90 days after appointment or when a guardian is appointed, whichever comes first. The statute allows an extension for another 90 days if the emergency conditions still exist. The court decides.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if my matter falls outside these areas?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may be referred to another lawyer. The firm will tell you if a referral may be needed.<\/p><\/details>\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494149\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/juez-en-sala-de-tribunal-revisando-documentos-bajo-l-mpara-v-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A judge in a courtroom reviews documents under a green desk lamp.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Richard J. Casey III About Your Family&#8217;s Situation<\/h2>\n<p>If someone you love is in crisis, you didn&#8217;t choose this position. You may be facing a family member who refuses treatment for substance use, or a person whose judgment is impaired and who can&#8217;t manage their own affairs. Clear information can help you understand which law may apply.<\/p>\n<p>Call (561) 849-4149 or <a href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">request a consultation<\/a> to set up a free, confidential initial consultation, with no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Results in prior cases do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. Please consult a licensed Florida attorney for advice specific to your situation. Robinson Casey, 6400 Congress Ave #2050, Boca Raton, FL 33487.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Focused Practice<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We limit our practice to Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters, so our work stays centered on these areas of Florida law.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential First Consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free and confidential, with no obligation to continue.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Direct Contact<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call (561) 849-4149 to speak with Richard J. Casey III, Esq., the lawyer responsible for this practice.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Emergencies Come First<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency number before anything else. A Marchman Act petition or guardianship filing is a court matter, and the court decides based on the evidence presented and its own discretion.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494149\">Call (561) 849-4149<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Call (561) 849-4149<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Matters We Handle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marchman Act Petitions<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assistance with petitions under the Florida Marchman Act for substance abuse impairment, including the filing and related court steps.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guardianship Matters<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Guidance on plenary and limited guardianship, including the court process and the information the court may require.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Temporary Guardianship<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Help with requests for emergency temporary guardianship, which the court may grant at its discretion based on the circumstances presented.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mental Health Guardianship and Involuntary Commitment<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assistance with mental health guardianship and involuntary commitment for addiction, under the applicable Florida statutes.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Richard J. 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About Your Family&#x27;s Situation<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494149\">Schedule Your Free Consultation or Call (561) 849-4149<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Schedule Your Free Consultation or Call (561) 849-4149<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/\">Marchman Act Attorney | Florida Involuntary Commitment for Addiction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/can-you-forcefully-put-someone-in-rehab\/\">Can You Forcefully Put Someone in Rehab<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/how-to-commit-someone-to-rehab\/\">How to Commit Someone to Rehab<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/emergency-marchman-act-petition\/\">Emergency Marchman Act Petition in Florida<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/emergency-marchman-act-petition-florida\/\">Protective Custody Under the Marchman Act: When Police Can Take Someone for Assessment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/force-adult-into-rehab-florida\/\">Can You Force an Adult Into Rehab in Florida?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/help-alcoholic-refuses-treatment\/\">Helping an Alcoholic Who Doesn&#x27;t Want Help<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/guides\/marchman-act-attorney\/how-long-does-a-marchman-act-last\/\">How long does a Marchman Act last?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Baker Act vs. Marchman Act in Florida: Robinson Casey limits its practice to Marchman Act and guardianship matters. 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