Individuals and families who suffer with psychiatric issues require emotional support and legal protection. Under the Baker Act, Florida provides for the voluntary and admission of those requiring psychiatric care on the condition they understand the decision and can...
Baker Act
Understanding the Marchman and Baker Acts
Families along the Treasure Coast in Florida and elsewhere in the state often suffer untold grief if a family member is abusing alcohol or drugs or has shown signs of an acute mental health disorder. These two statutes were adopted to provide family members with...
