The bill H. 3141 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 24-3-990, which mandates that inmates confined in state or local detention facilities must be allowed at least one in-person meeting each month. This provision is designed to ensure that inmates have the opportunity for personal interaction, provided that such meetings do not compromise the security or normal operations of the facility.

Additionally, the bill defines "in-person meeting" as a gathering where an inmate and another person are placed in the same room or general area without any continuous partition. While the facility may maintain general visual observation of the meeting area, it is prohibited from using audio or video supervision during these meetings. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 24-3-990
Latest Version: 24-3-990