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H 3055

Harassment and Stalking

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heather Crawford and 4 co-sponsors

H 3055 strengthens South Carolina harassment and stalking laws with revised definitions and enhanced protections, currently in Judiciary Committee review.

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Crawford, Guest
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Bill Summary · H 3055

Legislative bill overview

H 3055 modifies South Carolina's harassment and stalking statutes to strengthen legal protections and clarify definitions of prohibited conduct. The bill has been referred to the Judiciary Committee and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in January 2025 with bipartisan sponsorship.

Why is this important

Harassment and stalking laws directly affect public safety and personal security rights. Clarifying and strengthening these statutes can provide better legal recourse for victims while establishing clearer standards for law enforcement and prosecutors, though the specific provisions require examination to assess their practical impact.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Disagreements may arise over how broadly or narrowly "harassment" and "stalking" are defined, affecting what conduct is criminalized and whether penalties are proportionate
  • Digital conduct coverage: Questions about whether the bill adequately addresses modern harassment methods (social media, online communication) versus traditional harassment
  • Balancing free speech: Potential tension between protecting victims and preserving legitimate speech rights, particularly regarding political expression, protest, or heated disputes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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