How do I get information on Baker Act – Marchman Act?
The Florida Baker Act law allows doctors, mental health professionals, judges, and law enforcement to commit a person to a mental health treatment center for up to 72 hours if they display certain violent or suicidal signs of mental illness.
Manatee County Marchman Act Filing Location:
Manatee County Clerk of Court
Old Courthouse > Probate at end of hall
1115 Manatee Avenue West
Bradenton, Florida 34206
Marchman Act Assessment Facility:
Assessment
Manatee Glen
2020 26th Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34208
Phone: 833-497-3808
Email: gethelp@seacrestrc.com
Updated 9/4/2026 10:00 AM