S.0005

Criminal History Background Check

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina S0005 prohibits the release of unadjudicated arrests in criminal history background checks.

South Carolina S0005 amends the South Carolina Code to ensure the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division does not include unadjudicated arrests in records released during criminal history background checks. This change aims to protect individuals from the potential negative impacts of arrests that do not result in convictions. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Jan 14, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

Senate

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Dec 11, 2024

Senate

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