South Carolina bill S0239 allows property owners to request sheriffs to remove unlawful occupants from residential properties.

South Carolina bill S0239 amends the state code to allow property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unlawful occupants from residential properties. The bill outlines specific conditions for such requests, including that the property owner must have directed the occupant to leave, the occupant is not a tenant or family member, and there is no pending litigation. The sheriff can charge a fee for their services. The bill also establishes penalties for those who unlawfully detain or occupy residential property and cause significant damage.

South Carolina bill S0239 allows property owners to request sheriffs to remove unlawful occupants from residential properties.

South Carolina bill S0239 amends the state code to allow property owners or their agents to request sheriffs to remove unlawful occupants from residential properties. The bill outlines specific conditions for such requests, including that the property owner must have directed the occupant to leave, the occupant is not a tenant or family member, and there is no pending litigation. The sheriff can charge a fee for their services. The bill also establishes penalties for those who unlawfully detain or occupy residential property and cause significant damage.