South Carolina · South Carolina Code — Title 16, Crimes; Title 44 Controlled Substances
S.C. Code (Crimes) § 16-3-26: Punishment for murder; notice to defense attorney of solicitor's intention to seek death penalty; appointment of attorneys for indigent; investigative, expert or other services
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This statute establishes procedures for murder cases where the death penalty is sought, including prosecution notice requirements, appointment of qualified defense attorneys for indigent defendants, and authorization for investigative and expert services.
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