Florida Sheriff's Dangerous Idea

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5. Florida already has that

It's the Baker Act which allows for an up to 72 hour involuntary commitment of someone if there is an imminent threat of them harming themselves or others. Police can Baker Act someone and transport them to a mental health crisis stabilization unit. It is up to the receiving facility to ensure the person meets criteria for being Baker Acted. A licensed psychiatrist must do an eval within 72 hours.