Involuntary Commitment

Step 1: Contact the local mental health center that covers the geographic region of the alleged mentally ill person for a commitment screening.  You do not need an appointment!  The appropriate mental health center is determined by the zip code of the person needing treatment. Here is a list of Greenville County Mental Health Centers and the zip codes areas that they cover:

Greenville Mental Health Center (864-241-1040)
29601, 29611, 29605, 29607, 29609, 29690, 29661, 29613, 29615, 29617

Greer Mental Health Center (864-879-2111)
29650, 29651, 29652, 29687

Piedmont Center for Mental Health Services (864-963-3421)
29680, 29681, 29662, 29644, 29673, 29669

Only a mental health professional (i.e.- medical doctor) can decide whether or not the alleged mentally ill person meets certain criteria under South Carolina law for an involuntary commitment.  If so, the involuntary commitment application is completed at the mental health center.

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This information is intended to be a general guide to persons who need assistance in commitment proceedings.  It is not intended to be legal advice and is not a complete explanation of the law.  If you need further assistance, you are advised to seek legal counsel of your choice.