The bill S. 267 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically targeting the composition and duties of the commission related to circuit solicitors and the presence of witnesses during state executions. It reconfigures the membership of the commission by adding the Attorney General as a non-voting advisory member and clarifies the commission's responsibilities, including coordinating administrative functions, submitting budgets, and developing legal education programs. The bill also specifies that the commission will provide blank indictments for circuit solicitors.

Additionally, the bill amends the section concerning witnesses at state executions to include the Attorney General or their designee among those permitted to be present. Other specified attendees include family representatives of the victim, the solicitor for the county, media representatives, and law enforcement officials. The bill emphasizes the need for security and establishes guidelines for the presence of witnesses, including restrictions on electronic devices during executions. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
01/28/2025: 1-7-920, 1-7-940, 24-3-550
Latest Version: 1-7-920, 1-7-940, 24-3-550