The bill H. 3754 proposes an amendment to Section 20-3-130 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to divorce proceedings. The key change introduced by this bill is the provision that allows either party in a divorce action to request a jury trial for the final hearing. Under the new language, the judge will handle questions of law, while the jury will address questions of fact. To initiate this process, a party must file a request with the court indicating their desire for a jury trial.

This amendment aims to enhance the rights of individuals involved in divorce proceedings by providing them with the option of a jury trial, thereby potentially increasing the fairness and transparency of the final hearing process. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/15/2025: 20-3-130
Latest Version: 20-3-130