The bill, H. 4564, is a House Resolution that directs the Judiciary Committee of the South Carolina House of Representatives to conduct an immediate inquiry into whether Byron Gipson, the Fifth Circuit Solicitor, should be impeached for serious misconduct in office. The resolution cites specific allegations against Gipson, including dereliction of duty and breach of public trust, particularly concerning the improper handling of an inmate's sentence. This includes failing to notify the crime victim's family about the inmate's sentence reduction of sixteen years or more, and keeping the order from public inspection.
If the Judiciary Committee finds clear and convincing evidence of sufficient grounds for impeachment, they are tasked with reporting articles of impeachment to the floor of the House of Representatives. The resolution emphasizes the importance of accountability in public office and aims to address the alleged misconduct by Gipson in a formal legislative process.