The bill S. 251 proposes an amendment to Section 22-3-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the civil jurisdiction of magistrates' courts. The primary change is to increase the maximum civil jurisdiction limit from seven thousand five hundred dollars to fifteen thousand dollars. This adjustment applies to various types of civil actions, including those related to contracts, damages for personal or property injury, penalties, and actions for the recovery of personal property, among others. The bill outlines specific instances where this new limit will apply, ensuring that magistrates can handle a broader range of civil cases.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the repeal or amendment of any law by this act will not affect pending actions, rights, duties, or liabilities that were established under the previous law. This provision ensures that any ongoing legal matters will continue to be governed by the laws in effect prior to the amendment, maintaining legal stability for those cases. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/21/2025: 22-3-10
Latest Version: 22-3-10