H3128

Parole, pardon, and clemency hearings

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Parole, pardon, and clemency hearings in South Carolina must allow potential parolees or their counsel to confront witnesses and require all.

This bill amends South Carolina law to change the procedures for parole, pardon, and clemency hearings. It ensures that potential parolees being considered for parole or their counsel have the right to confront witnesses that appear before the board during their hearings. Additionally, all testimony presented at parole hearings must be taken under oath. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled