South Carolina Code 22-9-140. Penalty for failing to execute process of magistrate’s court
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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 22-9-140
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
A constable appointed by a magistrate must execute, when required, every lawful order, judgment, and determination of the magistrate and of any magistrate’s court. A constable who fails to perform these duties is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined in the discretion of the court or imprisoned not more than three years, or both.