{"id":9555,"date":"2026-10-21T07:29:28","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T07:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/involuntary-commitment-addiction\/marchman-act-attorney-miami-dade-addiction\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T14:46:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T14:46:32","slug":"marchman-act-attorney-miami-dade-addiction","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/involuntary-commitment-addiction\/marchman-act-attorney-miami-dade-addiction\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami-Dade Marchman Act Attorney | 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-60 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=\"Courtroom hearing with a judge reviewing involuntary commitment petition documents alongside counsel and the petitioner.\" src=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/courtroom-hearing-with-a-judge-reviewing-involuntary-commitm-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)\">Miami-Dade Marchman Act Attorney<\/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 Petitions for Miami-Dade Families, Handled With Care<\/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 on Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters for families across Miami-Dade, South Florida and statewide. Call (561) 849-4700 to talk through your situation.<\/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:+15618494700\">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 21, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A Marchman Act attorney helps a family ask a Florida court to order assessment and treatment for a loved one whose alcohol or drug use puts that person at serious risk. Robinson Casey limits its practice to Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters. The practice serves families in Miami-Dade County, across South Florida, and statewide. This guide explains who can file, how the court process moves, and what to expect. Richard J. Casey III, Esq. is the responsible lawyer.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Marchman Act Attorney Does in Addiction Cases<\/h2>\n<p>A Marchman Act attorney can help a family understand the petition and the court process.<\/p>\n<p>The Marchman Act is Florida&#8217;s civil process for court-ordered assessment, stabilization, and treatment of a person with substance abuse impairment. It sits within Chapter 397 of the Florida Statutes. A family can&#8217;t simply ask a judge for help. The petition must contain specific facts, and the court must follow set steps before any order issues.<\/p>\n<p>An attorney&#8217;s work usually includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reviewing whether the family member is eligible to file<\/li>\n<li>Gathering facts about the loved one&#8217;s use, behavior, and past refusals of care<\/li>\n<li>Drafting and filing the petition with the required content<\/li>\n<li>Preparing for the hearing, including witnesses and records<\/li>\n<li>Protecting the rights of the person named in the petition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This page is written for families in Miami-Dade and South Florida whose loved one won&#8217;t accept voluntary treatment. Robinson Casey limits its practice to these petitions and to guardianship matters. Richard J. Casey III, Esq. is the responsible lawyer. Support staff handles scheduling, documents, and court logistics.<\/p>\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\/wooden-gavel-on-desk-with-legal-folders-in-courtroom-setting-photo-12.jpg\" alt=\"A wooden gavel resting on a round surface beside folders on a courtroom table, shot from above.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\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<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:+15618494700\">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<h2>What the Marchman Act Covers: Substances and Court Orders<\/h2>\n<p>The Marchman Act covers people with substance abuse impairment who meet the statute&#8217;s criteria. Concerns may involve alcohol, drugs, or both.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.675.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.675<\/a>, a person may meet the criteria if there is good faith reason to believe the person is impaired. The person must also have lost the power of self-control with respect to substance use. Under Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.6957(2), the petitioner must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the person is substance abuse impaired and has a history of lack of compliance with treatment for substance abuse, and that, because of that impairment, the person is unlikely to voluntarily participate in the recommended services or is unable to determine for himself or herself whether services are necessary. The petitioner must also prove one of two alternatives: (1) without services the person is likely to neglect or refuse to care for themselves, that neglect or refusal poses a real and present threat of substantial harm, and there is a substantial likelihood of serious bodily harm to self or others in the near future, as shown by recent behavior; or (2) the person&#8217;s refusal of care rests on judgment so impaired by substance abuse that they cannot appreciate their need for care or make a rational decision about it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Involuntary treatment.<\/strong> The court can order treatment for up to 90 days. The provider can be publicly funded or, in some cases, privately funded.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The court, not the family, makes the final call. A Marchman Act attorney handles the filings, notices, and hearing preparation that move the case forward.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Can File a Marchman Act Petition in Florida?<\/h2>\n<p>For an adult, a petition can be filed by a spouse or legal guardian, any relative, a service provider, or an adult with direct personal knowledge of the person&#8217;s substance abuse impairment and prior course of care, under <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>. For a minor, a parent, legal guardian, or service provider may file.<\/p>\n<p>The petition must name the respondent and the petitioner. It must state their relationship and the respondent&#8217;s attorney, if known. It must also set out the facts. Those facts must explain why the petitioner believes the person is impaired and has lost self-control. <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> sets out these requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Families usually gather dated incidents, specific behaviors they saw, and prior refusals of help. A recent assessment helps too. A report from a qualified professional who examined the person within 30 days before filing may accompany the petition. If the person was not assessed, the petition must say so.<\/p>\n<p>Petitions are filed with the clerk in the county where the person is located, and the clerk may not charge a filing fee 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>. In Miami-Dade, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidadeclerk.gov\/clerk\/mental-health-court.page\">Miami-Dade Clerk&#8217;s Mental Health Court page<\/a> directs adult cases to Probate Court and minor cases to Juvenile Court. Filing in the wrong county is a venue problem, not a loss of jurisdiction, as <a href=\"https:\/\/flcourts-media.flcourts.gov\/content\/download\/517637\/opinion\/Opinion_16-3789.pdf\">J.P. v. J.N.<\/a> explains.<\/p>\n<p>Whether a particular family member qualifies, and how strong the petition is, depends on the facts. Those facts are reviewed at the start of the case.<\/p>\n<h2>How Does the Marchman Act Process Work, Step by Step?<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a petition filed with the clerk. The court must schedule a hearing within 10 court working days unless a continuance is granted, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.68151.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.68151<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation and fact review.<\/strong> The family explains what is happening. The attorney checks eligibility and collects dates, records, and witness names.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Filing.<\/strong> The petition goes to the clerk in the county where the person is located. The court then decides whether the person already has a lawyer or needs one appointed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Notice and service.<\/strong> The petition and hearing notice go to the respondent, the respondent&#8217;s parent, guardian, or legal custodian in the case of a minor, the respondent&#8217;s attorney if known, the petitioner, the respondent&#8217;s spouse or guardian if applicable, and anyone else the court directs. For a minor, the petition and notice must be personally delivered to the respondent. The clerk issues a summons for the person.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assessment.<\/strong> A person generally cannot be ordered into treatment without a clinical assessment. The person must be present at the hearing unless the court finds that the person knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily waives the right to be present or, upon receiving proof of service and evaluating the circumstances of the case, that the person&#8217;s presence is inconsistent with the person&#8217;s best interests or is likely to be injurious to self or others, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.6957.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.6957<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hearing.<\/strong> Testimony is taken under oath, and the proceedings are recorded. Family members familiar with the person&#8217;s history may testify. The respondent may refuse to testify.<\/li>\n<li>Discharge planning must address follow-up appointments, medications, living arrangements, and recovery support.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Throughout these steps, the attorney handles notices, gathers evidence, and prepares the family for the hearing.<\/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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is 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-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15618494700\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Does It Cost, How Long Does It Last, and Who Pays?<\/h2>\n<p>The clerk may not charge a filing fee for a Marchman petition. Service of process fees may still apply, and the court may prohibit them, or a law enforcement agency may waive them, if the petitioner is determined to be indigent.<\/p>\n<p>Your first consultation with Robinson Casey is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. Any costs you may owe are explained before you agree to representation.<\/p>\n<p>Who pays for treatment depends on the facts. The court may order treatment through a publicly funded provider. It may order private treatment if the respondent can pay. It may also do so if someone acting for the respondent shows both willingness and ability to pay, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.697.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.697<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>On duration, an involuntary treatment order can last up to 90 days. A renewal can add up to 90 more days, but a renewal petition must be filed with the court before the court-ordered services period expires. If no renewal motion is filed, the respondent is automatically discharged at the end of the 90-day period, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0300-0399\/0397\/Sections\/0397.6977.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 397.6977<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Do Families Work With Robinson Casey?<\/h2>\n<p>Robinson Casey limits its practice to Marchman Act petitions and guardianship matters. That focus keeps the work centered on these court cases.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Focus.<\/strong> The practice handles Marchman Act and guardianship matters only.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Service area.<\/strong> It serves Miami-Dade County, South Florida, and families statewide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawyer.<\/strong> Richard J. Casey III, Esq. is the responsible lawyer on each matter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Staff.<\/strong> Support staff handles scheduling, documents, and court logistics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clear steps.<\/strong> Each stage is explained in plain terms, with the statutory timelines that apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Rights matter in these cases. A person named in a petition has the right to counsel at every stage. A respondent may waive the right to counsel only if the respondent is present and the court finds that the waiver is made knowingly, intelligently, and voluntarily. The Second District held that a Marchman respondent has a constitutional right to counsel in these proceedings, in <a href=\"https:\/\/flcourts-media.flcourts.gov\/content\/download\/247103\/opinion\/Opinion_02-547.pdf\">Hillsborough County v. Albrechta<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Marchman Act Cases<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much does it cost to file a Marchman Act petition in Florida?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clerk may not charge a filing fee for the petition. Service of process fees may apply. If the petitioner is determined to be indigent, the court may prohibit them, or a law enforcement agency may waive them.<\/p><p>For a minor, a parent, legal guardian, or service provider can file.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does involuntary treatment last?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A court order can last up to 90 days. A renewal can add up to another 90 days if filed before the period ends.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the person named in the petition get a lawyer?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The respondent has the right to counsel at every stage of the proceeding.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Which county handles the petition?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The county where the person is located when the petition is filed.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/wooden-judge-s-gavel-on-desk-with-legal-documents-and-folder-photo-3.jpg\" alt=\"A high-angle view of a polished wooden gavel with gold detailing resting on a judge&#x27;s table beside case folders.\" 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 your loved one keeps drinking or using drugs, puts their own safety or someone else&#8217;s at risk, and refuses care, you don&#8217;t have to work through the court process alone. Call (561) 849-4700 or use the <a href=\"https:\/\/robinsoncasey.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a> to talk with Richard J. Casey III about whether a Marchman Act petition fits your situation.<\/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. 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Talking with a lawyer early can help you understand which options may be available and what each one involves.<\/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:+15618494700\">Call (561) 849-4700<\/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) 849-4700<\/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\">Guidance on filing a petition for assessment and treatment of a family member with a substance use disorder under Florida&#x27;s Marchman Act.<\/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\">Involuntary Commitment for Addiction<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Representation in court proceedings concerning involuntary assessment and treatment for addiction.<\/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\">Help with guardianship petitions, including plenary, limited and mental health guardianships, for people who need a court-appointed decision-maker.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow 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