South Carolina H3233 mandates landlords to equip multifamily dwellings with security systems and be liable for tenant damages from third-party.

South Carolina H3233 amends the state code to impose a duty on landlords to protect tenants from criminal activities of third parties. Landlords must equip multifamily dwellings with security systems, including video monitoring, security, and fire alarm systems. They must also ensure the proper operation of these systems through a security monitoring service and provide video recordings to law enforcement and tenants as needed. Landlords may be held liable for damages caused by criminal activities if they are negligent in fulfilling these duties.

South Carolina H3233 mandates landlords to equip multifamily dwellings with security systems and be liable for tenant damages from third-party.

South Carolina H3233 amends the state code to impose a duty on landlords to protect tenants from criminal activities of third parties. Landlords must equip multifamily dwellings with security systems, including video monitoring, security, and fire alarm systems. They must also ensure the proper operation of these systems through a security monitoring service and provide video recordings to law enforcement and tenants as needed. Landlords may be held liable for damages caused by criminal activities if they are negligent in fulfilling these duties.