Mental Health Department (Clerk's Office) (Delray Beach)
Address
200 West Atlantic Avenue, Room 150
Delray Beach, FL 33444
(561) 274-1588
Description:
Assists the public in filing involuntary petitions mandated under Florida's mental health laws - Baker Act and Hal Marchman Act (formerly Myers Act & Drug Act); Retardation Act; Tuberculosis Act; Incapacity; Adult Protective Service Act.
BAKER ACT: This act is used to commit (to a mental health care/treatment facility) a person who is showing evidence of mental illness.
For emergencies, the police can Baker Act someone who is a danger to themselves or others. Call 911.
In non-emergency situations, the Baker Act can be initiated by any person who has been in contact with the allegedly ill person. They do not have to be blood relatives. These people must contact the offices of the Mental Health Division and appear in person to file a "complaint". A hearing will be set within five working days. The complainants must be prepared to offer testimony regarding the actions of the allegedly ill person. The judge will decide whether to commit the person to an inpatient facility. In crisis situations, the police, physicians, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers also have the authority to institute the Baker Act, and the police have the authority to transport the person to a mental health facility. The police can Baker Act a person for a period of 72 hours.
HAL MARCHMAN ACT (formerly DRUG ACT/MYERS ACT): This act deals with involuntary commitments for substance abuse treatment (both alcohol and drug abuse). Petitions may be filed by a spouse, blood relative, or three persons who have personal knowledge of an individual's substance abuse. The respondent must be served notice of the hearing in person by summons. Emergency commitment is not handled by the court.
GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP: This involves appointing a guardian or conservator for someone who, because of age or incapacity, is unable to manage their own affairs.
Hours:
Monday-Thursday / 8 am-4 pm
Languages:
English, Spanish, Creole
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
March 19, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
200 West Atlantic Avenue, Room 150
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Mailing
200 W Atlantic Ave Rm 150
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Contacts
Primary Contact
Phone Numbers
MAIN SITE PHONE
(561) 274-1588
Services
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Description
Assists the public in filing involuntary petitions mandated under Florida's mental health laws - Baker Act and Hal Marchman Act (formerly Myers Act & Drug Act); Retardation Act; Tuberculosis Act; Incapacity; Adult Protective Service Act. BAKER ACT: This act is used to commit (to a mental health care/treatment facility) a person who is showing evidence of mental illness. For emergencies, the police can Baker Act someone who is a danger to themselves or others. Call 911. In non-emergency situations, the Baker Act can be initiated by any person who has been in contact with the allegedly ill person. They do not have to be blood relatives. These people must contact the offices of the Mental Health Division and appear in person to file a "complaint". A hearing will be set within five working days. The complainants must be prepared to offer testimony regarding the actions of the allegedly ill person. The judge will decide whether to commit the person to an inpatient facility. In crisis situations, the police, physicians, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers also have the authority to institute the Baker Act, and the police have the authority to transport the person to a mental health facility. The police can Baker Act a person for a period of 72 hours. HAL MARCHMAN ACT (formerly DRUG ACT/MYERS ACT): This act deals with involuntary commitments for substance abuse treatment (both alcohol and drug abuse). Petitions may be filed by a spouse, blood relative, or three persons who have personal knowledge of an individual's substance abuse. The respondent must be served notice of the hearing in person by summons. Emergency commitment is not handled by the court. GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP: This involves appointing a guardian or conservator for someone who, because of age or incapacity, is unable to manage their own affairs.
Hours
Monday-Thursday / 8 am-4 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Petitioners must be 18 years or older.
Fees
Incapacity Petition Filing Fee: $117.00; all others no fee.
Intake Procedure
Contact program.
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Boca Raton
- Briny Breezes
- Delray Beach
- Gulf Stream
- Highland Beach
- Ocean Ridge
- Village Of Golf
- Palm Beach County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Assists the public in filing involuntary petitions mandated under Florida's mental health laws - Baker Act and Hal Marchman Act (formerly Myers Act & Drug Act); Retardation Act; Tuberculosis Act; Incapacity; Adult Protective Service Act. BAKER ACT: This act is used to commit (to a mental health care/treatment facility) a person who is showing evidence of mental illness. For emergencies, the police can Baker Act someone who is a danger to themselves or others. Call 911. In non-emergency situations, the Baker Act can be initiated by any person who has been in contact with the allegedly ill person. They do not have to be blood relatives. These people must contact the offices of the Mental Health Division and appear in person to file a "complaint". A hearing will be set within five working days. The complainants must be prepared to offer testimony regarding the actions of the allegedly ill person. The judge will decide whether to commit the person to an inpatient facility. In crisis situations, the police, physicians, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers also have the authority to institute the Baker Act, and the police have the authority to transport the person to a mental health facility. The police can Baker Act a person for a period of 72 hours. HAL MARCHMAN ACT (formerly DRUG ACT/MYERS ACT): This act deals with involuntary commitments for substance abuse treatment (both alcohol and drug abuse). Petitions may be filed by a spouse, blood relative, or three persons who have personal knowledge of an individual's substance abuse. The respondent must be served notice of the hearing in person by summons. Emergency commitment is not handled by the court. GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP: This involves appointing a guardian or conservator for someone who, because of age or incapacity, is unable to manage their own affairs.
Hours
Monday-Thursday / 8 am-4 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Petitioners must be 18 years or older.
Fees
Incapacity Petition Filing Fee: $117.00; all others no fee.
Intake Procedure
Contact program.
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Boca Raton
- Briny Breezes
- Delray Beach
- Gulf Stream
- Highland Beach
- Ocean Ridge
- Village Of Golf
- Palm Beach County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Assists the public in filing involuntary petitions mandated under Florida's mental health laws - Baker Act and Hal Marchman Act (formerly Myers Act & Drug Act); Retardation Act; Tuberculosis Act; Incapacity; Adult Protective Service Act. BAKER ACT: This act is used to commit (to a mental health care/treatment facility) a person who is showing evidence of mental illness. For emergencies, the police can Baker Act someone who is a danger to themselves or others. Call 911. In non-emergency situations, the Baker Act can be initiated by any person who has been in contact with the allegedly ill person. They do not have to be blood relatives. These people must contact the offices of the Mental Health Division and appear in person to file a "complaint". A hearing will be set within five working days. The complainants must be prepared to offer testimony regarding the actions of the allegedly ill person. The judge will decide whether to commit the person to an inpatient facility. In crisis situations, the police, physicians, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers also have the authority to institute the Baker Act, and the police have the authority to transport the person to a mental health facility. The police can Baker Act a person for a period of 72 hours. HAL MARCHMAN ACT (formerly DRUG ACT/MYERS ACT): This act deals with involuntary commitments for substance abuse treatment (both alcohol and drug abuse). Petitions may be filed by a spouse, blood relative, or three persons who have personal knowledge of an individual's substance abuse. The respondent must be served notice of the hearing in person by summons. Emergency commitment is not handled by the court. GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP: This involves appointing a guardian or conservator for someone who, because of age or incapacity, is unable to manage their own affairs.
Hours
Monday-Thursday / 8 am-4 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Petitioners must be 18 years or older.
Fees
Incapacity Petition Filing Fee: $117.00; all others no fee.
Intake Procedure
Contact program.
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Boca Raton
- Briny Breezes
- Delray Beach
- Gulf Stream
- Highland Beach
- Ocean Ridge
- Village Of Golf
- Palm Beach County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Assists the public in filing involuntary petitions mandated under Florida's mental health laws - Baker Act and Hal Marchman Act (formerly Myers Act & Drug Act); Retardation Act; Tuberculosis Act; Incapacity; Adult Protective Service Act. BAKER ACT: This act is used to commit (to a mental health care/treatment facility) a person who is showing evidence of mental illness. For emergencies, the police can Baker Act someone who is a danger to themselves or others. Call 911. In non-emergency situations, the Baker Act can be initiated by any person who has been in contact with the allegedly ill person. They do not have to be blood relatives. These people must contact the offices of the Mental Health Division and appear in person to file a "complaint". A hearing will be set within five working days. The complainants must be prepared to offer testimony regarding the actions of the allegedly ill person. The judge will decide whether to commit the person to an inpatient facility. In crisis situations, the police, physicians, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers also have the authority to institute the Baker Act, and the police have the authority to transport the person to a mental health facility. The police can Baker Act a person for a period of 72 hours. HAL MARCHMAN ACT (formerly DRUG ACT/MYERS ACT): This act deals with involuntary commitments for substance abuse treatment (both alcohol and drug abuse). Petitions may be filed by a spouse, blood relative, or three persons who have personal knowledge of an individual's substance abuse. The respondent must be served notice of the hearing in person by summons. Emergency commitment is not handled by the court. GUARDIANSHIP/CONSERVATORSHIP: This involves appointing a guardian or conservator for someone who, because of age or incapacity, is unable to manage their own affairs.
Hours
Monday-Thursday / 8 am-4 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Petitioners must be 18 years or older.
Fees
Incapacity Petition Filing Fee: $117.00; all others no fee.
Intake Procedure
Contact program.
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Boca Raton
- Briny Breezes
- Delray Beach
- Gulf Stream
- Highland Beach
- Ocean Ridge
- Village Of Golf
- Palm Beach County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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