The bill S. 852 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 60-2-60, which addresses the management of public eviction records. It stipulates that public eviction notices that do not lead to an Order of Eviction or Writ of Ejectment must be removed from the public index if such an order is not 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 all eviction filings and records, including those resolved by settlement or payment, must be removed from public access six years after the final disposition of the case. This provision is designed to protect the personal information of defendants and ensure that records older than six years are automatically removed from public view. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/28/2026: 60-2-60
Latest Version: 60-2-60