Probation Parole & Pardon Service

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services oversees the community supervision of offenders on probation and parole. They work closely with the court and State Board of Paroles and Pardons to ensure the proper management and monitoring of individuals within the criminal justice system. Generated from their website's infomation

Florence County Family Court in Florence, SC oversees marriage license applications and ceremonies, requiring both parties to appear together to file an application. The court mandates a 24-hour waiting period after application submission before the license can be picked up and the marriage can take place. Applicants must meet age requirements and provide necessary identification, with no blood test required. Marriage licenses do not expire in Florence County, and certified copies can be obtained online or in person at the probate court. Generated from the website

The S.C. Department of Disabilities and Special Needs, also known as DDSN, serves individuals and families with mental retardation, autism, and traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. It operates regional centers in Columbia, Florence, Clinton, Summerville and Hartsville in South Carolina. The department provides early intervention, respite care and individual rehabilitation support solutions. The S.C. Department of Disabilities and Special Needs also offers genetic evaluation, treatment and counseling services. It maintains Community Training Homes, as well as organizes summer camps. The department provides support employment, personal care, nursing, psychological, and physical and occupational therapy solutions. The S.C. Department of Disabilities and Special Needs is governed by the State of South Carolina.