summary
Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 1-7-550 So As To Provide That For Two Years After Leaving Office, A Solicitor May Not Represent A Client For A Fee Or Appear In Court In The District From Which He Was Elected.
AI Summary
This bill introduces a two-year "cooling off" period for solicitors (prosecuting attorneys) in South Carolina, during which they are prohibited from representing clients for a fee or appearing in court within the same judicial district from which they were originally elected. The purpose of this provision appears to be preventing potential conflicts of interest and maintaining the integrity of the legal system by creating a temporary barrier between a solicitor's public service role and subsequent private legal practice. By restricting solicitors from immediately returning to practice in the same district where they previously served in an official capacity, the bill aims to reduce the potential for improper influence or the perception of undue advantage. The restrictions will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, and they will apply to any solicitor who leaves office after the bill becomes law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0712&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/712_20251210.htm |
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