South Carolina Statutes

§ 63-15-620 — Actions for abduction prevention measures.

South Carolina·Title 63 SOUTH CAROLINA CHILDREN'S CODE·Ch. 15 CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION
(A)A court on its own motion may order abduction prevention measures in a child-custody proceeding if the court finds that the evidence establishes a credible risk of abduction of the child.
(B)A party to a child-custody determination or another individual or entity having a right under the laws of this State or another state to seek a child-custody determination for the child may file a petition seeking abduction prevention measures to protect the child under this article.
(C)A prosecutor or public authority designated under Section 63-15-378 may seek a warrant to take physical custody of a child under Section 63-15-670 or other appropriate prevention measures.

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Legislative History

HISTORY: 2024 Act No. 195 (H.3220), SECTION 2, eff May 21, 2024.

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