The bill H. 4270 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 60-2-60, which addresses the removal of certain public records related to eviction filings. Specifically, it stipulates that any record indicating an eviction has been filed, but did not result in an Order of Eviction or Writ of Ejectment, must be removed from public access if no such order is filed within thirty days. This removal can be initiated either by a court order or by an application from the defendant.

Additionally, the bill mandates that eviction filings and records that include personal information of a defendant, whether concluded by an Order of Eviction, Writ of Ejectment, settlement, or payment of judgment, must be removed from public records six years after the final disposition. Furthermore, any files older than six years must be automatically removed from public view. The bill is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/27/2025: 60-2-60
Latest Version: 60-2-60