The bill H. 3794 seeks to amend Section 23-31-240 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to expand the list of individuals authorized to carry concealable weapons within the state. Specifically, it includes provisions for employed full-time active public defender investigators and assistant public defender investigators to carry such weapons under certain circumstances. This addition aims to enhance the safety and operational capacity of public defenders and their investigative staff.

Additionally, the bill maintains restrictions on where these individuals can carry concealable weapons, explicitly prohibiting public defenders, assistant public defenders, and public defender investigators from carrying weapons into local or state correctional facilities. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor, reflecting a legislative effort to address the needs of public defense professionals while ensuring public safety in sensitive environments.

Statutes affected:
01/28/2025: 23-31-240
Latest Version: 23-31-240