SCDMH understands the public’s interest in visiting and photographing its historic properties; however, SCDMH cannot accommodate such requests. In accordance with state and federal laws to ensure the privacy of our patients, audio and visual recording are not allowed on active SCDMH premises.
Applicable DMH Directives:
Applicable State and Federal Statutes:
This is in accordance with SCDMH directives 858-06 and 837-03, and the following statutes: SC Code of Laws Sections 30-2-20 and 30-2-30: The Family Privacy Protection Act; SC Code of Laws Section 44-22-100 (A): Rights of Mental Health Patients: Confidentiality of records; exceptions; violations and penalties; SC Code of Laws Section 44-11-70 and 44-11-75: Organization and Control of State Mental Health Facilities; Code of Federal Regulations 45 C.F.R. § 160.103: Definitions (HIPAA Privacy Rule); Code of Federal Regulations 45 C.F.R. § 164.514(b): Other Requirements Relating to Uses and Disclosures of Protected Health Information (HIPAA Privacy Rule); and Code of Federal Regulations 42 CFR Part 2: Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records.
**The former State Hospital Campus on Bull Street has transferred to private ownership. As such, the SCDMH ended public access and photo releases for the site in 2015.**