Florida § 397.68112 - Involuntary services; persons who may petition.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 397.68112 — Involuntary services; persons who may petition., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 397.68112. Involuntary services; persons who may petition.
(1) If the respondent is an adult, a petition for involuntary treatment services may be filed by the respondent’s spouse or legal guardian, any relative, a service provider, or an adult who has direct personal knowledge of the respondent’s substance abuse impairment and his or her prior course of assessment and treatment. (2) If the respondent is a minor, a petition for involuntary treatment services may be filed by a parent, legal guardian, or service provider. (3) The court may prohibit, or a law enforcement agency may waive, any service of process fees if a petitioner is determined to be indigent.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 397.68112
What does Florida Statutes § 397.68112 cover?
Section 397.68112 ("Involuntary services; persons who may petition.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 397.68112?
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