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  1. #1
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    Default Baker Act and Debt Collection

    My question involves collection proceedings in the State of: FL if a person is baker acted can they be held responsible for the hospital bill

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    Default Re: Baker Act

    Yes, they are responsible, subject to means. Usually those involuntarily committed are indigent however.

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