South Carolina H4780 amends the computation of time served by prisoners, specifying when credit should be given.

South Carolina H4780 amends the South Carolina Code to revise the computation of time served by prisoners. It specifies that time served must be calculated from the date of the imposition of the sentence. Credit for time served prior to trial and sentencing is generally allowed, except in certain circumstances such as when the prisoner was an escapee from another penal institution or is awaiting trial for a second offense. The bill also provides discretion to the sentencing judge regarding credit for time served when a prisoner is awaiting trial for a second offense.

South Carolina H4780 amends the computation of time served by prisoners, specifying when credit should be given.

South Carolina H4780 amends the South Carolina Code to revise the computation of time served by prisoners. It specifies that time served must be calculated from the date of the imposition of the sentence. Credit for time served prior to trial and sentencing is generally allowed, except in certain circumstances such as when the prisoner was an escapee from another penal institution or is awaiting trial for a second offense. The bill also provides discretion to the sentencing judge regarding credit for time served when a prisoner is awaiting trial for a second offense.