South Carolina Code 1-7-750. Circuit solicitors authorized to employ outside counsel
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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 1-7-750
- Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
- Civil forfeiture: The loss of ownership of property used to conduct illegal activity.
A circuit solicitor may employ outside counsel, in his discretion, without approval of the Attorney General, for civil forfeiture proceedings arising from criminal activity or from estreatment of bail bonds. In any other matter, the circuit solicitor must obtain written approval of the Attorney General prior to retaining counsel to or filing a civil cause of action.