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SC H3608

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gil Gatch

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 63-3-590 of the South Carolina Code regarding Family Court hearing procedures
  • Requires a jury trial of six jurors for any Family Court case involving children where a party or witness could face imprisonment
  • Current law mandates all cases involving children be heard without a jury; this bill creates an exception for cases with potential incarceration
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Family Court

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

1/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/12/2024

Full Bill Text

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