South Carolina Statutes
§ 17-17-190 — Suspension of habeas corpus by Governor.
If, during any insurrection, rebellion or any unlawful obstruction of the laws, as set forth in SECTION 25-1-1850, the Governor in his judgment shall deem the public safety to require it, he may suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus in any case throughout the State or any part thereof.
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Legislative History
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 17-368; 1952 Code SECTION 17-368; 1942 Code SECTION 1066; 1932 Code SECTION 1066; Cr. P. '22 SECTION 153; Cr. C. '12 SECTION 337; Cr. C. '02 SECTION 250; G. S. 2584; R. S. 215; 1868 (14) 86.
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Officers shall execute writ.§ 17-17-170
Penalty for officers neglecting their duty.§ 17-17-180
Recovery of penalties.§ 17-17-190
Suspension of habeas corpus by Governor.§ 17-17-200
Effect of suspension of writ.