SC H3603

Expands the definition of "household member" for protective order purposes to include persons in current or former dating relationships, and changes cohabitation language from "male and female" to gender-neutral "persons"

Defines "dating relationship" as a romantic, courtship, or engagement relationship that does not require sexual involvement, with courts considering factors like relationship length, nature, frequency of interaction, and time since termination

Excludes casual relationships or ordinary business/social fraternization from the dating relationship definition

Specifies that a parent, guardian, custodian, legal counsel, or other appropriate adult may file for an order of protection on behalf of a minor household member

Takes effect upon Governor's approval