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H5065Introduced in the House

Enhanced Punishment for Crimes Against Minors

IntroducedHouse Judiciary

Introduced by Kathy Landing, District 80

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws So As To Enact The "sentencing Enhancements For Crimes Against Minors Act"; By Adding Article 22 To Chapter 3, Title 16 So As To Establish Additional Terms Of Imprisonment For Persons Convicted Of Crimes Against Minors And To Prohibit The Avoidance Or Reduction Of Criminal Responsibility For Persons Convicted Of Crimes Against Minors Due To A Verdict Or Plea Of Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity.

Where it stands

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: M.M.Smith

February 4, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced and read first time

  2. Referred to Committee on Judiciary

  3. Member(s) request name added as sponsor: M.M.Smith

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