South Carolina Domestic violence early termination

Domestic violence early termination in South Carolina

A tenant who is a victim of documented domestic abuse or violence by a co-leaseholder may end the lease within 60 days of the incident with written notice, effective at least 30 days after the landlord gets it, without early termination fees. The notice must include a restraining order, order of protection or conviction record. In effect since May 18, 2026 (2026 Act No. 184). The landlord need not return any security deposit until the end of the lease, and may not retaliate against the tenant for the early termination (27-40-350(A), (E)).

Verified Source: S.C. Code § 27-40-350 · last checked 2026-10-23