Marchman Act
It can be physically and emotionally traumatizing to live with a person who abuses alcohol or drugs. How do you keep them safe from their own erratic behaviors, protect children around them from harm, and help give them the best chance of success at recovery? If a person close to you doesn’t or is unable to seek treatment on their own, there is still the possibility of petitioning a Florida court for an assessment and for the court to mandate involuntary treatment. Known as the Marchman Act, Florida’s Substance Abuse Impairment Act makes this kind of intervention legal. If you have a loved one who is in such a situation, you may consider filing a Marchman petition. Or, perhaps you have had such a petition filed against you that you deem unfair. If you are considering filing a Marchman petition or have had such a petition filed against you, it is to your advantage to consult with an experienced Florida Marchman Act attorney to explore your best legal options.