of treatment services to the children or their families. The records must be released to law enforcement agencies and circuit solicitors or their agents who are: (a) investigating or prosecuting known or suspected abuse or neglect of a child; (b) investigating or prosecuting the death of a child; (c) investigating or prosecuting any crime against a child; or (d) attempting to locate a missing child. This provision does not preclude or override the release of information based upon a subpoena or court order, unless otherwise prohibited by law. (4) advocacy centers shall agree to: Children’s (a) provide forensic medical assessments by health care providers meeting the South Carolina Advocacy Children’s Medical Response System program requirements pursuant to Sections 6311430 (B) and (C); (b) work closely with the hospitals in the State children’s and other community hospitals to coordinate services for children evaluated at the hospital for injuries or medical conditions caused by child abuse or neglect; and (c) work closely with the South Carolina Children’s Advocacy Medical Response System to develop and participate in quality assurance programs.” SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor. XX
of treatment services to the children or their families. The records must be released to law enforcement agencies and circuit solicitors or their agents who are: (a) investigating or prosecuting known or suspected abuse or neglect of a child; (b) investigating or prosecuting the death of a child; (c) investigating or prosecuting any crime against a child; or (d) attempting to locate a missing child. This provision does not preclude or override the release of information based upon a subpoena or court order, unless otherwise prohibited by law. (4) Children’s advocacy centers shall agree to: (a) provide forensic medical assessments by health care providers meeting the South Carolina Children’s Advocacy Medical Response System program requirements pursuant to Sections 6311430 (B) and (C); (b) work closely with the children’s hospitals in the State and other community hospitals to coordinate services for children evaluated at the hospital for injuries or medical conditions caused by child abuse or neglect; and (c) work closely with the South Carolina Children’s Advocacy Medical Response System to develop and participate in quality assurance programs.” SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor. XX
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