Overview of the Marchman Act The Marchman Act, enacted by the Florida legislature in 1993, was designed as a lifeline for individuals grappling with substance abuse issues. This law provides a legal mechanism for family members and other concerned parties to seek...
Overview of the Marchman Act The Marchman Act, officially known as the Hal S. Marchman Alcohol and Other Drug Services Act of 1993, is a Florida law that provides for the involuntary assessment and treatment of individuals struggling with substance abuse. It allows...
Substance abuse takes an enormous toll on individuals, families, and communities across Florida. When a loved one is battling addiction, it can be incredibly painful to watch them spiral out of control. The Marchman Act provides a legal mechanism for families to...
Florida’s Marchman Act provides legal procedures for court-ordered substance abuse assessment and treatment. Petitions filed under the act may be designated as “ex parte.” But what does this legal term mean and when does it apply? This blog examines ex parte...
Seeking addiction treatment for a loved one is difficult, but sometimes a necessity. Florida’s Marchman Act provides a legal process for families to intervene when someone is unable to recognize the severity of their substance abuse. This blog explains how to...
Florida has been hit hard by the opioid epidemic sweeping across the United States. Opioid overdoses claimed the lives of over 5,000 Floridians in 2020 alone. The rise in opioid addiction and overdoses in Florida can be traced back to the late 1990s, when...
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