The bill H. 3388 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically targeting the definitions of "violent crime" and "no parole offense." It seeks to remove certain drug-related offenses from the classification of violent crimes as outlined in Section 16-1-60. This change would mean that offenses such as drug trafficking and manufacturing methamphetamine would no longer be considered violent crimes under South Carolina law.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 24-13-100 to redefine "no parole offense" by excluding offenses involving controlled substances from this classification. This means that individuals convicted of drug-related offenses would not face the same no-parole restrictions as those convicted of other serious felonies. The bill is designed to take effect upon the Governor's approval and will apply retroactively, allowing for the reconsideration of sentences for past convictions related to these offenses.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 16-1-60, 24-13-100
Latest Version: 16-1-60, 24-13-100
12/06/2024: 16-1-60, 24-13-100