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Introduced
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2022
05/12/2022
Introduced Session
124th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The Code Of Laws Of South Carolina, 1976, By Adding Section 17-13-180 So As To Provide That The Scent Of Marijuana Alone Does Not Provide Law Enforcement With Reasonable Suspicion Or Probable Cause To Support A Stop, Search, Seizure, Or Arrest.
AI Summary
This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to prohibit law enforcement from stopping a person or motor vehicle or searching a vehicle, driver, or passenger solely based on the scent of marijuana, cannabis, or hemp, whether burnt or not. The bill specifies that the scent of these substances alone does not provide reasonable suspicion or probable cause for a stop, search, seizure, or arrest. The bill also includes a section that ensures any pending actions, rights, duties, or liabilities are not affected by the repeal or amendment of any laws under this act, and that the act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Judiciary Criminal Laws Subcommittee (09:00 4/27/2022 Blatt Room 516) (on 04/27/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4610&session=124&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess124_2021-2022/prever/4610_20211117.htm |
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