Mental Health Court

The Charleston County Mental Health Court is a grant-funded diversion program designed for mentally ill defendants arrested for misdemeanor and non-violent felony offenses.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Defendant must have an identifiable mental illness such as bipolar affective disorder, schizophrenia, etc.
• Must be able to understand the terms/conditions of the program
• Must have committed a misdemeanor or non-violent felony offense
• Resides in Charleston County
• Must not have pending cases that would prevent them from completing the program

Exclusions:

The Supreme Court Order issued December 8, 2002, specifically states that no defendants charged with criminal domestic violence will be allowed in the program, nor will the charge be pled down. No defendants charged with a lewd act on a minor will be allowed entry. All victims shall be advised regarding a defendant's entry into or discharge from the program. The victim's position regarding entry into the program shall be considered, however they shall not have veto power.

Program Requirements:

• Attend Mental Health Court on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Judicial Center
• Attend all required treatment sessions
• Abstain from any substance abuse
• Attain and maintain employment if capable of working
• Pay back all restitution that may be ordered with associated charges

Locations

• Individual and group treatment sessions are held at the Mental Health Center, located at 2100 Charlie Hall Boulevard Charleston. Home visits are also a part of the program.
• Court is held on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. on the fourth floor of the Charleston County Judicial Center, 100 Broad Street, Suite 469, in downtown Charleston.

Municipalities

City of Charleston
City of Folly Beach
City of North Charleston
City of Isle of Palms
Town of Awendaw
Town of Hollywood
Town of James Island
Town of Kiawah Island
Town of Lincolnville
Town of McClellanville
Town of Meggett
Town of Mount Pleasant
Town of Ravenel
Town of Rockville
Town of Seabrook Island
Town of Sullivan's Island

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