S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-430
Court of common pleas shall have jurisdiction
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The court of common pleas of the county wherein such lands and tenements may be situated may inquire by the people of the same county, as well of them that make forcible entries in lands and tenements as of them which hold such lands and tenements with force.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-430, the court of common pleas in the county where a disputed property is located holds jurisdiction to hear cases involving forcible entry onto land or tenements, as well as cases where someone is holding such property by force. The provision establishes that local jurors from that same county may be called upon to examine these matters. It applies to both the act of forcibly entering property and the act of forcibly retaining it.
Plain English — not legal advice.
S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-430 establishes that property disputes involving forcible entry or forcible holding of land are heard in the court of common pleas of the county where the property sits. Operators who believe someone has forcibly entered or is forcibly occupying their property generally initiate proceedings in the appropriate county court. Understanding which court holds jurisdiction is a foundational step in navigating any such dispute.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-430 grants the local court of common pleas jurisdiction over claims that someone has been forcibly entered upon or is being forcibly held out of their property. Tenants who believe they are being forcibly displaced or locked out may find this provision relevant to understanding where such a claim could be heard. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service can help clarify how this jurisdictional rule applies to a particular set of circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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