South Carolina H3844 amends the issuance of bench warrants for bond violations.

South Carolina H3844 amends Section 38-53-70 of the S.C. Code to require the clerk of court to issue a bench warrant if a defendant violates the conditions of release on bond. The court must notify all parties bound in the recognizance within thirty days of the warrant's issuance. If the surety fails to surrender the defendant within ninety days, the bond is forfeited. The court may remit the judgment if it appears justice requires it, considering the costs to the state and law enforcement efforts.

South Carolina H3844 amends the issuance of bench warrants for bond violations.

South Carolina H3844 amends Section 38-53-70 of the S.C. Code to require the clerk of court to issue a bench warrant if a defendant violates the conditions of release on bond. The court must notify all parties bound in the recognizance within thirty days of the warrant's issuance. If the surety fails to surrender the defendant within ninety days, the bond is forfeited. The court may remit the judgment if it appears justice requires it, considering the costs to the state and law enforcement efforts.