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

Contact

Mental Health Court

Mental Health Court

100 Broad St., Charleston, SC 29401

Suite 469

Phone: (843) 958-5180

Fax: (843) 958-5191

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 & Group Treatment Sessions

Mental Health Center*

2100 Charlie Hall Blvd., Charleston, SC 29414

3rd Floor

Phone: (843)

*Home visits are also a part of the program.

Mental Health Court Sessions

Judicial Center*

100 Broad St., Charleston, SC 29401

4th Floor, Suite 469

Phone: (843)

*Thursdays @ 10AM