The bill H. 3077 proposes an amendment to Section 63-3-620 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which addresses penalties for violating family court orders. The key change in this legislation is the prohibition of imprisonment as a penalty for contempt of court. Instead, the bill allows for punishment through fines, public works sentences, or a combination of these, but explicitly removes the option for imprisonment in a local detention facility.

This amendment aims to reform the consequences for adults who willfully violate family court orders, shifting the focus from incarceration to alternative penalties. The bill is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor, reflecting a significant change in how contempt of court cases are handled within the family court system in South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 63-3-620
Latest Version: 63-3-620