The bill H. 3062 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 1-7-335, which mandates that circuit solicitors prepare cost-analysis sentencing reports prior to the sentencing of offenders convicted of or pleading guilty to general sessions court offenses. These reports must be written and submitted to the court before sentencing, detailing the costs associated with incarceration, probation, and community supervision relevant to the sentencing recommendation. Additionally, the Department of Corrections and the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services are required to provide the previous year's costs of incarceration and probation to the Prosecution Coordination Commission, which will then relay updated costs to each circuit solicitor within ten days.

The bill also includes a provision that clarifies that any repeal or amendment of existing laws does not affect pending actions, rights, duties, or liabilities that were established under those laws. This ensures that all repealed or amended laws remain in effect for the purpose of sustaining any ongoing legal matters or rights as they existed prior to the enactment of this bill. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 1-7-335
02/04/2025: 1-7-335
Latest Version: 1-7-335