South Carolina Statutes

§ 28-2-40 — Compromise or settlement permitted.

South Carolina § 28-2-40

JurisdictionSouth Carolina

Title 28EMINENT DOMAIN

Ch. 2THE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEDURE ACT

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Bluebook

S.C. Code Ann. § 28-2-40 (2026).

Text

At any time before or after commencement of an action, the parties may agree to and carry out, according to its terms, a compromise or settlement as to any matter, including all or any part of the compensation or other relief.

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Legislative History

HISTORY: 1987 Act No. 173, SECTION 1.

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§ 28-2-250

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