The Baker Act is Worse Than Jail

What’s your biggest fear when your loved one is struggling with mental illness or substance abuse?

Most of the families I’ve worked with over the years share a common worry - that their loved one will eventually wind up in jail.

It’s certainly a valid concern, but I truly believe that jail is not the biggest thing you should worry about…

If you have a loved one who is battling mental health issues, the Baker Act poses an even bigger threat than jail.

Nobody wants to go to jail, but if your loved one is arrested, you’ll know where they are, and how long they’ll be held - it’s all a matter of public record. You’ll know what they’ve been charged with, and the steps you need to take to bond them out.

This isn’t the case with the Baker Act.

The Baker Act is confidential, and that means that everything concerning your loved one’s care is secret. You won’t know where they’re being held. You won’t know how they’re being treated or what medications they’re being given. You won’t even know when they’ll be released.

If your loved one is Baker Acted, they can be completely cut off from you, even if they’re a minor. No phone calls, no visits, no reassurance that your loved one is safe and in good hands.

The Baker Act can be far worse than jail.

If you want to protect your loved one and their legal rights, call now.

561.419.6095
https://drugandalcoholattorneys.com

We are available 24-7 for a free consultation.

When your loved one has been Baker Acted, there is no time to lose. You must act quickly to secure their release and prevent them from being detained for up to 6 months. Please call right away.

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