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In reply to the discussion: That press conference was something straight out of an unsold Hollywood script. [View all]ultralite001
(1,674 posts)What is the Baker Act?
Who can petition the court to initiate an Involuntary Baker Act Examination?
Any individual who is of age and who has witnessed the actions of a person and believes that person to be a threat to themselves or others and is willing to give testimony to that, can file a petition for Involuntary Examination.
https://www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/home/showpublisheddocument/4234/638603715471570000
Imagine this being extended to a 5250, 14-day hold...
-- they will likely get worse w/o treatment...
--their symptoms severely impact their ability to function or make rational decisions about care...
--they express intentions to stop treatment or leave the facility against medical advice...
--their dangerous beliefs rooted in delusion are still present...
Makes me wish I still lived in Florida...
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