S1140Introduced in the Senate
Probate Courts
Introduced by Tameika Devine, District 19
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 14-23-1040, Relating To The Qualifications Of Probate Judges To Hold The Office, So As To Revise The Qualifications And Provide That No Person Is Eligible To The Hold The Office Of Probate Judge Who Is Not A Licensed Attorney In Good Standing Or Who Has Ten Years' Experience As An Employee In A Probate Judge's Office; And By Amending Section 14-23-1100, Relating To The Duties Of Clerks Of The Probate Courts, So As To Provide A Continuing Education Requirement For Clerks Of The Probate Courts.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
April 22, 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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