SC Criminal Justice Reform

Controversial Execution Sparks Debate in South CarolinaControversial Execution Sparks Debate in South Carolina

Controversial Execution Sparks Debate in South Carolina

News Summary South Carolina's recent execution of Mikal Mahdi by firing squad has raised significant concerns over the state's execution…

2 weeks ago
South Carolina Criminalizes Revenge Porn with New LegislationSouth Carolina Criminalizes Revenge Porn with New Legislation

South Carolina Criminalizes Revenge Porn with New Legislation

News Summary South Carolina becomes the last state to criminalize revenge porn following the passage of House Bill H.3058. This…

2 weeks ago
South Carolina Moves to Criminalize Revenge PornSouth Carolina Moves to Criminalize Revenge Porn

South Carolina Moves to Criminalize Revenge Porn

News Summary South Carolina is set to enact legislation criminalizing the distribution of intimate images without consent, becoming the last…

3 weeks ago
Charleston Faces Liquor Liability Law Challenges Amid Insurance HikesCharleston Faces Liquor Liability Law Challenges Amid Insurance Hikes

Charleston Faces Liquor Liability Law Challenges Amid Insurance Hikes

News Summary Charleston is grappling with rising liquor liability insurance costs that are impacting local businesses. Lawmakers are looking to…

2 months ago
Titan Farms Faces Wage Violation Scrutiny in South CarolinaTitan Farms Faces Wage Violation Scrutiny in South Carolina

Titan Farms Faces Wage Violation Scrutiny in South Carolina

News Summary Titan Farms, the largest peach grower on the East Coast, is under investigation for unlawful wage deductions affecting…

2 months ago
South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital PunishmentSouth Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital Punishment

South Carolina Executes Mikal Mahdi: The Debate Over Capital Punishment

News Summary On April 11, 2025, South Carolina executed Mikal Mahdi by firing squad, the fifth execution in eight months.…

2 months ago
South Carolina’s Liquor Liability Law Under ScrutinySouth Carolina’s Liquor Liability Law Under Scrutiny

South Carolina’s Liquor Liability Law Under Scrutiny

News Summary South Carolina's local bars and restaurants are facing an insurance crisis as premiums soar due to the state's…

2 months ago
Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South CarolinaHistoric Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

Historic Execution by Firing Squad in South Carolina

News Summary Columbia, South Carolina witnessed its first execution by firing squad in 15 years on Friday, marking a significant…

3 months ago
Irmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President TrumpIrmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President Trump

Irmo Man Faces Charges for Threatening President Trump

News Summary A 47-year-old man from Irmo, South Carolina, is charged with making threats against President Donald Trump. Travis Keith…

3 months ago
Controversial Execution Method Selected by South Carolina InmateControversial Execution Method Selected by South Carolina Inmate

Controversial Execution Method Selected by South Carolina Inmate

News Summary In an unprecedented move, Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate on death row in South Carolina, has chosen the…

4 months ago