Amends South Carolina law to revise definitions and penalties for harassment and stalking offenses.

This bill amends South Carolina law by revising the definition of "pattern" for harassment and stalking offenses to include multiple acts against different victims. It also modifies penalties for harassment and stalking, making them more severe if the offender has prior convictions within the last ten years. Additionally, it ensures that restraining orders apply regardless of whether they involve the same victim. The changes affect the definitions and penalties outlined in sections 16-3-1700, 16-3-1710, 16-3-1720, and 16-3-1730 of the South Carolina Code.

Amends South Carolina law to revise definitions and penalties for harassment and stalking offenses.

This bill amends South Carolina law by revising the definition of "pattern" for harassment and stalking offenses to include multiple acts against different victims. It also modifies penalties for harassment and stalking, making them more severe if the offender has prior convictions within the last ten years. Additionally, it ensures that restraining orders apply regardless of whether they involve the same victim. The changes affect the definitions and penalties outlined in sections 16-3-1700, 16-3-1710, 16-3-1720, and 16-3-1730 of the South Carolina Code.