The Marchman Act is a Florida statute authorizing the forced substance abuse treatment of an adult under certain circumstances. It’s not for minors. Minors can be compelled to go to rehab by their parents. Normally, a competent adult in any state cannot be forced to take medical treatment of any kind, including substance abuse. The […]
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if you live in Florida, you may already be aware of the Marchman Act of 1993. This law allows the involuntary substance abuse commitment of someone with a drug abuse problem who is also a danger to themselves or others. Really, the whole idea is in direct opposition to the constitutional guarantees of life and
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It’s not easy to watch a loved one become enmeshed in the trap of drug addiction. You see them heading straight for a fall, and you feel powerless to stop it. Talking, pleading, threatening, coaxing, wheedling and reasoning have all failed. You’ve even staged a professional intervention with no results. You’re at the point where
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Many people don’t have a good understanding of the criminal justice system and how it works. Drug courts are no exception. All states now have some form of what is called drug court. This is an opportunity for the arrested person to clear their charges and get help at the same time. These programs are
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In a perfect world, drug and alcohol addiction sufferers would realize the error of their ways and seek help. They would do so voluntarily and walk into a local rehab where they could get the treatment they need. Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect world. We live in a world where most addiction sufferers
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There is a law in Florida that makes it possible to get a voluntary or involuntary assessment of an individual who may be abusing drugs or alcohol. The goal is for the person to be treated and stabilized. It is known as the Marchman Act. This act is also referred to as the Hal S.
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Most of us are familiar with the concepts behind someone seeking help for a drug or alcohol addiction. It usually starts with an addiction sufferer who becomes sick and tired of being sick and tired. When they have had enough of the cycle of addiction and want to get out, they reach out for help
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Mental illness can be one of the most painful ailments a loved one can witness their kin or other close association experience. Said maladies often interfere with one’s ability to lead a happy or productive life. In certain instances, the problem can be so severe that the individual in question must receive immediate and aggressive
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As you tread through the days/weeks/months/years of your addiction, it is going to continue taking a great toll on your mind and body. At every turn, you are going to find yourself dealing with situations you likely never imagined you would have to deal with in your lifetime. Still, you have to deal with them
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Rehab processes can look quite different from one addiction program to the next. There is no single addiction treatment model that’s guaranteed to work well for everyone. In fact, successful addiction treatment often requires a targeted, multi-pronged approach. Thus, many of the best rehab facilities offer a vast range of services, therapies, and other support
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