S0889Introduced in the Senate
Assault and Battery, corrections officials
Introduced by Brian Adams, District 44
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 16-3-600, Relating To Assault And Battery Offenses, So As To Add That Assault And Battery Of A High And Aggravated Nature Occurs When A Person Injures A Corrections Officer In The Discharge Of Or Because Of Their Official Duties.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
February 4, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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