I think it depends on whether it is a general power of attorney or a specific power of attorney for making medical decisions. Usually, a...

Most of what my colleagues wrote is correct. Baker Act examination is NOT commitment. There is no correct Baker Act a second time in the same...

The legality of the restriction depends on whether it was an involuntary examination or a commitment for involuntary treatment by an order and...

I agree with all the answers you have gottem from lawyers on this site. Again, DON'T DO IT.

You can sue anyone or any entity. This is still a free country. When you sue the VA, you're actually suing the U.S. Your situation most likely...

Unfortunately, if the case has been filed, the clerk of court will tell you nothing in Baker Act cases. The law enforcement agency will only say...

I went to the hospital because I had lost 25% of my body weight?

Florida law does NOT allow release by a nurse after a Baker Act. There is some missing information, for example did the person who had you Baker...

You are responsible for charges. The State of Florida does NOT pay for Baker Act examinations. Sorry. Be proactive and call the second facility to...

Can Police search home after being detained & taken from home to hospital for Baker Act transport?

Doubt it's lega. The best way to address this is an internal affairs complaint.

No. Baker Acts are civil, not criminal. Florida has no established mechanism to expunge civil records. Medical records are governed by federal law...