H3650

Discharging firearms into dwellings and other structures

Complete·5/26/26

South Carolina H3650 amends the definition of violent crimes to include discharging firearms into dwellings and other structures.

South Carolina H3650 amends the South Carolina Code to redefine violent crimes to include the offense of discharging firearms into dwellings, buildings, structures, or enclosures regularly occupied by persons. The bill also creates a tiered penalty structure for this offense, with fines and imprisonment increasing if any occupant is struck or injured. The amendment takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

106 Yea

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0 Nay

10 Not Voting

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8 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on 99, 316, 346, 357, 399, 3650

Feb 25, 2025

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Full Committee

History

May 26

Effective date 05/15/26

May 26

Act No. 138

May 15

Signed By Governor