Marchman Act FAQs
- Are Marchman Act records confidential?
- Can a treatment order be extended under the Marchman Act?
- Do I need an attorney to file a Marchman Act petition?
- Does the respondent need an attorney in a Marchman Act case?
- For what reasons can a Marchman Act petition be denied?
- How does the Marchman Act work?
- How is a Marchman Act petition filed?
- How is the Marchman Act different than the Baker Act?
- How long can someone be held for the initial assessment under the Marchman Act?
- How long does it take to get a Marchman Act hearing?
- If a person is under the Marchman Act, do they have to stay in a locked down program?
- If I Marchman Act someone, is the treatment provider obligated to share information with me?
- What are the criteria to prove a Marchman Act case?
- What can I expect after I file a Marchman Act petition?
- What happens if the respondent under the Marchman Act is not compliant with the treatment order?
- What if a hearing is set after filing a Marchman Act petition?
- What if I cannot afford the cost of treatment?
- What is an ex-parte petition?
- What is the Marchman Act?
- What is the maximum time that can be ordered for treatment under the Marchman Act?
- Where do I file Marchman Act petitions?
- Who can file for a child under age 18 years of age under the Marchman Act?
- Who can file petitions for an adult under the Marchman Act?
- Who is responsible for the cost of care when someone is confined under the Marchman Act?
- Will the respondent know a Marchman Act petition has been filed?
- How Substance Abuse Interventions Work Under the Marchman Act?
- Can I file my own Marchman Act?