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Chapter 394 - 2019 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

(4 days ago) WebTable Tracing Session Laws to Florida Statutes (2023) [PDF] Index to Special and Local Laws (1971-2023) [PDF] Index to Title XXIX PUBLIC HEALTH. Chapter 394 MENTAL HEALTH Entire Chapter. CHAPTER 394. MENTAL HEALTH. PART I. Florida Mental …

https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2019/Chapter394

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Baker Act Florida DCF

(4 days ago) WebThe Florida Mental Health Act, commonly referred to as the Baker Act, focuses on crisis services for individuals with mental illness, much like an emergency department is for …

https://www.myflfamilies.com/crisis-services/baker-act

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What is Florida’s Baker Act, and how does it work in a mental …

(5 days ago) WebThe Baker Act is also known as the Florida Mental Health Act. The law was written in 1972 by one of the first women to ever serve in the Florida Legislature, Maxine …

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/12/13/what-is-floridas-baker-act-and-how-does-it-work-in-a-mental-health-crisis/

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Chapter 394 - 2020 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

(1 days ago) WebTable Tracing Session Laws to Florida Statutes (2023) [PDF] Index to Special and Local Laws (1971-2023) [PDF] Index to Special Title XXIX PUBLIC HEALTH. Chapter 394 …

https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2020/Chapter394/Part_I

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(6 days ago) WebLaws of Florida; Legislative & Executive Branch Lobbyists Information Center Joint Legislative Committees & Other Entities. FLORIDA MENTAL HEALTH ACT (ss. …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0394/0394ContentsIndex.html

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Chapter 491 - 2021 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

(8 days ago) Web491.002 Intent. — The Legislature finds that as society becomes increasingly complex, emotional survival is equal in importance to physical survival. Therefore, in order to …

https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2021/Chapter491/All

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Here’s what the Florida Legislature is doing about mental health …

(2 days ago) WebHB 231/SB 260, the veteran mental health care law moving this session, is an example: It builds on a program in which veterans are able to call a hotline and hear …

https://www.tampabay.com/news/florida-politics/2021/03/25/heres-what-the-florida-legislature-is-doing-about-mental-health-this-year/

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Mental Health Florida Department of Health

(7 days ago) WebMental Health. Violence and Injury Prevention Program. 850-245-4455. Mailing Address. 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A13. Tallahassee, FL 32399-1722. Mental health includes …

https://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/prevention/mental-health/index.html

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(6 days ago) WebThe 2023 Florida Statutes (including Special Session C) 394.459 Rights of patients.—. (1) RIGHT TO INDIVIDUAL DIGNITY. — It is the policy of this state that the individual …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0394/Sections/0394.459.html

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What is a Baker Act Proceeding? - 15th Circuit

(8 days ago) WebFlorida’s Baker Act a means of providing law is individuals with emergency services and temporary detention for up to . 72 hours . for mental health examination pursuant to …

https://www.15thcircuit.com/sites/default/files/court-admin/mental-health/baker-act-flyer-6.10.pdf

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Executive Summary - Supreme Court of Florida

(9 days ago) WebExecutive Summary Introduction Chapter 394 of the Florida Statutes, known as “The Baker Act,” governs mental health services, including voluntary admissions (section …

https://supremecourt.flcourts.gov/content/download/242846/file/BakerSummary.pdf

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(6 days ago) Web90.503 Psychotherapist-patient privilege.—. (1) For purposes of this section: (a) A “psychotherapist” is: 1. A person authorized to practice medicine in any state or nation, …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0090/Sections/0090.503.html

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Commission on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder

(4 days ago) WebMission of the Commission. As provided by Section 394.9086, Florida Statutes, the Commission on Mental health and Substance Use Disorder (Commission) was created …

https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/samh/commission-mental-health-and-substance-use-disorder

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: BAKER ACT RIGHTS - CCHR Florida

(8 days ago) WebAnswer: Florida Statute 394.463, Involuntary examination , states: (1) CRITERIA.—A person may be taken to a receiving facility for involuntary examination if …

https://www.cchrflorida.org/question-and-answers-about-the-florida-involuntary-commitment-law-the-baker-act/

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DEMENTIA AND THE FLORIDA MENTAL HEALTH ACT

(3 days ago) WebFloor amendment 541211 by Rep. Stevenson added “dementia, traumatic brain injury” to the list of excepted diagnoses defined by “Mental illness” in Fla. Stat. § 394.455 and …

https://www.myflfamilies.com/document/57421

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Florida Severe Mental Illness Information, Laws, & Helpful Resources

(2 days ago) Web2023 beds per 100,000 people: 11.3. Click here for more information about state psychiatric hospital beds in Florida. FL Psychiatric Beds Report. A minimum of 50 beds per …

https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/map_directory/florida/

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Bill seeks to update mental health and substance abuse laws

(8 days ago) WebThe Florida House Children, Families and Seniors Subcommittee is proposing sweeping changes to the state’s mental health and substance abuse laws …

https://www.floridabar.org/the-florida-bar-news/bill-seeks-to-update-mental-health-and-substance-abuse-laws/

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Chapter 394 - 2018 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

(8 days ago) WebTable Tracing Session Laws to Florida Statutes (2023) [PDF] Index to Special and Local Laws (1971-2023) [PDF] Index to Special and Local Laws (1845-1970) [PDF] Statute …

https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2018/Chapter394/All

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Florida ranks in bottom 10 states for mental health care. Here's why

(Just Now) WebFlorida has the fourth-highest percentage of adults who have a mental health disorder and could not see a doctor due to cost (30.1%). Florida stands out as having …

https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/2024/05/08/florida-mental-illness-health-cost-care-rankings-insurance/73596305007/

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What are the mental health laws in Florida? - Wellbeing Port

(9 days ago) WebThe Baker Act was enacted by the Florida Legislature in 1972 to provide legal procedures for mental health examination and treatment. The Act prohibits the …

https://wellbeingport.com/what-are-the-mental-health-laws-in-florida/

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(3 days ago) Web(c) Completed at least 2 years of clinical experience in mental health counseling, which must be at the post-master’s level under the supervision of a licensed mental health …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0400-0499/0491/0491.html

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New Florida law can help make police aware of - Health News …

(Just Now) WebA new law ( HB 341) signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis lets people voluntarily indicate on their driving record whether they have a disability. Its called the Safeguarding …

https://health.wusf.usf.edu/health-news-florida/2024-05-08/new-florida-law-can-help-make-police-aware-of-drivers-with-disabilities

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36% of Lawyers Have a Drinking Problem: Attorney Mental Health

(2 days ago) WebIt comes after a Florida Bar report on attorney mental health found 36% of attorneys abuse alcohol. And 28% of attorneys have reported mild or higher depression …

https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2024/04/30/36-of-lawyers-have-a-drinking-problem-attorney-mental-health/

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FLDE hosting training for mental health clinicians - WCJB TV20

(9 days ago) WebTALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Florida Capital Bureau) - Mental health providers across Florida are getting new training. For the first time, The Florida Department of …

https://www.wcjb.com/2024/05/10/flde-hosting-training-mental-health-clinicians/

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Chapter 394 Section 4615 - 2018 Florida Statutes - The Florida …

(2 days ago) WebChapter 394 MENTAL HEALTH Entire Chapter. SECTION 4615. Clinical records; confidentiality. 394.4615 Clinical records; confidentiality.—. (1) A clinical record shall be …

https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2018/394.4615

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Abortion in Florida now illegal after 6 weeks. What to know

(Just Now) WebAs of Wednesday, May 1, most abortions in Florida after six weeks will be illegal. The state's previous 15-week ban passed in 2022 went into effect a month ago, when the …

https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/01/abortion-florida-illegal-weeks-new-law/73503806007/

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(1 days ago) WebDischarge of involuntary patients. 394.473. Attorney’s fee; expert witness fee. 394.475. Acceptance, examination, and involuntary placement of Florida residents from out-of …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0394/0394PARTIContentsIndex.html

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With 6-week abortion ban in place, Florida eyes ‘Safe - POLITICO

(8 days ago) WebSafe haven laws exist in all 50 states, with the legal timeframe often varying from 3 days to a month, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human …

https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/04/florida-safe-haven-law-change-abortion-00156099

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Stormy Daniels Takes the Stand - The New York Times

(9 days ago) WebOn today’s episode. Jonah E. Bromwich, who covers criminal justice in New York for The New York Times. Stormy Daniels leaving court on Thursday, after a …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/10/podcasts/the-daily/stormy-daniels-trump.html

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Statutes & Constitution :View Statutes : Online Sunshine

(7 days ago) WebThe 2023 Florida Statutes (including Special Session C) Title XXIX. PUBLIC HEALTH. Chapter 394. MENTAL HEALTH. View Entire Chapter. 394.4784 Minors; access to …

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0394/Sections/0394.4784.html

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