South Carolina H3105 amends divorce law to require clear and convincing evidence for property transmutation.

South Carolina H3105 amends the state's divorce laws by adding a new section that requires clear and convincing evidence for the court to find that nonmarital property has transmuted into marital property. This change affects property apportionment in divorce actions, ensuring that the intent of the property owner is clearly demonstrated. The bill also clarifies that payment of a debt for nonmarital property is evidence of special equity, not transmutation, unless the title is in both parties' names. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

South Carolina H3105 amends divorce law to require clear and convincing evidence for property transmutation.

South Carolina H3105 amends the state's divorce laws by adding a new section that requires clear and convincing evidence for the court to find that nonmarital property has transmuted into marital property. This change affects property apportionment in divorce actions, ensuring that the intent of the property owner is clearly demonstrated. The bill also clarifies that payment of a debt for nonmarital property is evidence of special equity, not transmutation, unless the title is in both parties' names. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.