1. Baker Act and Marchman Act

The Baker Act and the Marchman Act can be controversial, because they deal with the involuntary commitment of someone who has not necessarily broken the law. What are some reasons it is necessary to have laws like these?

2. Drug Court

If you were having a conversation with someone who said “I think they should just lock them all up and throw away the key”, what are some points you could offer to convince the person drug courts are a better idea?