The bill S. 709 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws concerning the regulation of bail bondsmen and runners. It introduces a new definition for "Director," specifying that it refers to the Chief of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. Additionally, the bill modifies the enforcement structure outlined in Section 38-53-20 by removing the Department of Insurance as an enforcement agency. Instead, it designates the clerks of court and the State Law Enforcement Division to jointly enforce the provisions of the chapter.

The amendments aim to streamline the enforcement process by consolidating authority under the clerks of court and the State Law Enforcement Division, while also clarifying the role of the Director in overseeing the implementation of regulations related to bail bondsmen. The bill is currently under consideration in the Senate Committee on Banking and Insurance and will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/10/2025: 38-53-10, 38-53-20
Latest Version: 38-53-10, 38-53-20