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SC H3388
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Todd Rutherford
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AI Summary
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Removes drug trafficking offenses (including cocaine base and methamphetamine trafficking under Sections 44-53-370(e), 44-53-375(C), and 44-53-375) from the legal definition of "violent crime" in South Carolina
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Excludes all controlled substance offenses under Chapter 53, Title 44 from the definition of "no parole offense," regardless of the felony classification or maximum sentence
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Applies retroactively to convictions rendered before the effective date, allowing for reconsideration of previously imposed sentences
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Takes effect upon approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Drug offense classifications
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/14/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary12/5/2024
Full Bill Text
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