SC H3139

Requires law enforcement officers executing warrants to knock, announce themselves, and wait a minimum of 15 seconds before forcibly entering a home

Mandates officers wear body-worn cameras recording at least 5 minutes before and after warrant execution, and during any arrests or searches

Officers must be in uniform or clothing clearly identifying them as law enforcement when executing warrants

Establishes escalating penalties for violations: 6-month certification suspension for first offense, 1-year suspension for second offense, and permanent revocation for third or subsequent violations

Allows aggrieved persons to file civil lawsuits against officers or agencies for intentional failure to comply, with potential damages or injunctive relief

Directs the SC Law Enforcement Training Council to establish training courses and certification standards for officers conducting warrant executions