The bill H. 4535 aims to amend Section 23-3-535 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which governs the limitations on where certain sex offenders can reside. The proposed changes include a revised definition of "children's recreational facility" to encompass facilities operated by local governments or homeowner associations for children under eighteen. Additionally, the bill expands the list of offenses that would prohibit sex offenders from living within one thousand feet of schools, daycare centers, and recreational facilities. The new offenses include various degrees of criminal sexual conduct with minors, assault with intent to commit such conduct, kidnapping of minors, and trafficking in persons under eighteen, unless the court finds that the offense did not involve a sexual crime.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) must notify all registered sex offenders of the new provisions within one year of the act's effective date. The act is set to take effect ninety days after receiving approval from the Governor.

Statutes affected:
05/08/2025: 23-3-535
Latest Version: 23-3-535