Increases the civil jurisdiction of magistrates in South Carolina to fifteen thousand dollars.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to expand the civil jurisdiction of magistrates to fifteen thousand dollars. Magistrates now have concurrent jurisdiction in various cases, including actions for money recovery, damages, and personal property claims, provided the sum claimed does not exceed fifteen thousand dollars. The changes also apply to actions involving leased or rented personal property, ensuring damages are based on loss of revenue or replacement value. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

Increases the civil jurisdiction of magistrates in South Carolina to fifteen thousand dollars.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to expand the civil jurisdiction of magistrates to fifteen thousand dollars. Magistrates now have concurrent jurisdiction in various cases, including actions for money recovery, damages, and personal property claims, provided the sum claimed does not exceed fifteen thousand dollars. The changes also apply to actions involving leased or rented personal property, ensuring damages are based on loss of revenue or replacement value. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.