It is the policy of the State to assist individuals with chemical dependency problems in ways consistent with the dignity, rights, and responsibilities of all South Carolina citizens. Within available resources, it is the duty of the State, in coordination with its local counterparts, to treat, reduce, eliminate, and prevent the abuse of alcohol and drugs through a service delivery system structured to meet the needs of the clients in the most appropriate therapeutic setting, and to maximize their quality of life.
The State shall develop a public service system designed to provide a continuum of services for clients at the state and local level while considering the availability of services in the private sector.
HISTORY: 1986 Act No. 487, Section 1.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 52 - Alcohol And Drug Abuse Commitment
Section 44-52-5. Statement of policy.
Section 44-52-10. Definitions.
Section 44-52-20. Voluntary admission.
Section 44-52-30. Discharge of voluntary patient.
Section 44-52-40. Release of voluntary patient.
Section 44-52-50. Procedure for emergency admission.
Section 44-52-65. Transfer of patients under emergency commitment.
Section 44-52-70. Involuntary commitment; examination; report; commencement of judicial proceedings.
Section 44-52-80. Involuntary commitment; notice of hearing.
Section 44-52-90. Contents of report; background investigation; counsel to have access to reports.
Section 44-52-110. Involuntary commitment; conduct of hearing and effect of findings.
Section 44-52-120. Involuntary commitment; period of treatment.
Section 44-52-130. Transfer of patient.
Section 44-52-140. Release of patient for temporary leave of absence.
Section 44-52-160. Violation of conditions of release; supplemental proceedings and recommitment.
Section 44-52-200. Authority of State Department of Mental Health.
Section 44-52-210. Comprehensive program for chemically dependent persons.