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SC S0852

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ed Sutton

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires removal of eviction filing notices from public records and indexes if no Order of Eviction or Writ of Ejectment is filed within 30 days of the initial filing
  • Removal of unsuccessful eviction records can be accomplished through court order or application by the defendant
  • Mandates automatic removal of all eviction records from public indexes six years after final disposition, including cases resolved by eviction orders, settlements, or subsequent payment satisfying the debt
  • Applies to eviction records containing personal information of defendants filed under South Carolina's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Section 27-40-10) or manufactured housing regulations (Section 27-47-10)
  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Removal of Certain Public Records

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

1/28/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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