South Carolina Citizens Participation Act allows dismissal of legal actions based on free speech, petition, or association rights.

The South Carolina Citizens Participation Act establishes a procedure for dismissing legal actions against individuals or entities based on their exercise of free speech, the right to petition, or the right of association. The act applies to communications related to governmental proceedings or matters of public concern. A party may file a motion to dismiss if the legal action is based on these rights or acts in furtherance of such communication. The court must rule on the motion within 30 days and may award costs and attorney's fees if the motion is deemed frivolous or intended for delay.

South Carolina Citizens Participation Act allows dismissal of legal actions based on free speech, petition, or association rights.

The South Carolina Citizens Participation Act establishes a procedure for dismissing legal actions against individuals or entities based on their exercise of free speech, the right to petition, or the right of association. The act applies to communications related to governmental proceedings or matters of public concern. A party may file a motion to dismiss if the legal action is based on these rights or acts in furtherance of such communication. The court must rule on the motion within 30 days and may award costs and attorney's fees if the motion is deemed frivolous or intended for delay.