Bill > S0622

This bill amends South Carolina law regarding the appointment of retired judges by modifying the review and eligibility process. Currently, retired justices or judges must be reviewed by the South Carolina Judicial Merit Selection Commission (JMSC) to determine their qualifications for continued judicial service within four years of appointment. The bill reduces this review period from four years to two years, meaning retired judges will need more frequent evaluations to maintain their eligibility for judicial appointments. Additionally, after passing the JMSC review, a retired judge must still receive approval from a majority vote of the General Assembly in a joint session before being appointed by the Chief Justice. The bill maintains an existing exception for judges who retired within two years of their term's expiration, who would not require immediate review. The legislation would take effect upon receiving the Governor's approval, potentially providing more regular oversight of retired judges' qualifications and fitness for temporary judicial service.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0622&session=126&summary=B