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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 24-23-120

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
A Judge of the Court of General Sessions who has reason to believe a defendant suffers from a mental disorder, retardation, or substantial handicap, shall order a presentence investigation to be completed and submitted to the Court.