Orange County
How to get someone into rehab who doesn't want to go (California)
Published Mar 15, 2026 · Updated July 2026 · 9 min read
California has no Marchman Act.
Cannot force rehab for addiction alone.
5150 for co-occurring mental health crisis.
LPS Conservatorship for gravely disabled.
Drug court for arrested offenders.
CRAFT achieves 65-75% treatment entry
reinforce sober behavior, allow natural consequences, communicate effectively, have treatment ready.
Modern intervention uses CRAFT principles.
While waiting
Al-Anon, your own therapy, stop enabling, research and verify insurance for when the window opens..
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FAQ
Can I force someone into rehab in California?
Not for addiction alone. No Marchman Act. 5150 applies when mental health criteria are met.
What is CRAFT?
65-75% success rate for motivating treatment entry through family communication skills.
What can I do while waiting?
Al-Anon, therapy, stop enabling, research treatment, verify insurance, be ready when they say yes.