The bill H. 4718 proposes an amendment to Section 17-5-130 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which outlines the qualifications necessary for a person to hold the office of coroner. The key change in this legislation is the deletion of the requirement that a candidate must be a resident of the county for at least one year prior to qualifying for the office. Instead, the bill stipulates that the individual must be a resident of the county at the time of filing for the election to the office of coroner.

In addition to this significant alteration, the bill maintains other existing qualifications for coroners, including citizenship, voter registration, age, educational requirements, and a clean criminal record. The proposed changes aim to streamline the eligibility criteria for candidates seeking the coroner position, potentially allowing for a broader pool of applicants. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 17-5-130
Latest Version: 17-5-130