Indian River County Courthouse
Address
2000 16th Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 770-5185
AKA:
Indian River County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Description:
County courthouse for Indian River County
Hours:
Monday-Friday / 8 am-4:30 pm
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
September 12, 2023
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
2000 16th Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Mailing
PO Box 1028
Vero Beach, FL 32961
Contacts
Ryan Butler
Diamond Litty
Public Defender
http://www.facebook.com/ircclerk/
Phone Numbers
MAIN SITE PHONE
(772) 770-5185
Fax
(772) 770-5008
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 the 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 family member 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 he allegedly ill person. The judge will then 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) 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 citizens of Florida. Patients 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-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Contact agency.
Eligibility
Petitioners must be 18 years or older.
Fees
Contact for details.
Intake Procedure
Contact program.
Languages
English.
Service Area
Indian River County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides legal counsel to persons who are assigned by the clerk to handle criminal cases and who cannot afford a lawyer.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Contact agency.
Eligibility
The clerk makes a determination of indigence.
Fees
Court may require payment for attorney fees. $50 application fee (required).
Intake Procedure
Eligibility for services is determined by the clerk
Languages
English.
Service Area
Indian River County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Baker Act.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Contact agency.
Eligibility
Contact agency.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English.
Service Area
Indian River County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Indian River County
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