Marchman Act FAQs

Understanding the Marchman Act

1. What is the Marchman Act?
2. How is the Marchman Act different than the Baker Act?
3. How does the Marchman Act work?
4. What are the criteria to prove a Marchman Act case?
5. What is an ex-parte petition?

Filing & Legal Procedure

1. Who can file petitions for an adult under the Marchman Act?
2. Who can file for a child under age 18 years of age under the Marchman Act?
3. Where do I file Marchman Act petitions?
4. How is a Marchman Act petition filed?
5. Can I file my own Marchman Act?
6. Do I need an attorney to file a Marchman Act petition?
7. How long does it take to get a Marchman Act hearing?
8. What if a hearing is set after filing a Marchman Act petition?
9. What can I expect after I file a Marchman Act petition?
10. Will the respondent know a Marchman Act petition has been filed?

Treatment, Rights & Enforcement

1. How long can someone be held for the initial assessment under the Marchman Act?
2. Can a treatment order be extended under the Marchman Act?
3. What is the maximum time that can be ordered for treatment under the Marchman Act?
4. If a person is under the Marchman Act, do they have to stay in a locked down program?
5. What happens if the respondent under the Marchman Act is not compliant with the treatment order?
6. Does the respondent need an attorney in a Marchman Act case?
7. Are Marchman Act records confidential?
8. If I Marchman Act someone, is the treatment provider obligated to share information with me?

Cost, Support & Strategy

1. What if I cannot afford the cost of treatment?
2. Who is responsible for the cost of care when someone is confined under the Marchman Act?
3. How Substance Abuse Interventions Work Under the Marchman Act?
4. For what reasons can a Marchman Act petition be denied?

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