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SC S0739
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carlisle Kennedy
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AI Summary
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Defines "funding entity" as any individual, corporation, partnership, or nonprofit that funds or provides material support with intent to instigate, aid, or participate in a riot
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Expands riot penalties to include funding or providing materials, with felony charges (up to 5 years imprisonment and $1,000 fine) for riots that resist law enforcement, involve weapons, or involve disguised participants
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Makes funding entities solely liable for property damages when they provided materials to or for a mob or riot
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Authorizes the Attorney General and solicitors to pursue asset forfeiture proceedings under Section 17-25-322 against funding entities that violate riot laws
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Permits law enforcement officers called to duty by the Governor for riots to use dye or paint to mark and identify individuals who may be charged with riot-related offenses
Legislative Description
Incitement to Riot
Last Action
Scrivener's error corrected
1/21/2026