What the Marchman Act is and how it works in Florida

What the Marchman Act is and how it works in Florida

The Marchman Act is Florida’s civil court process under Chapter 397 of the Florida Statutes. It allows eligible family members to petition a judge for substance use assessment and treatment. A judge may order up to 90 days of treatment when the legal criteria are met. Extensions may also be possible. A relative can file […]

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