S.C. Const. art. V, § 18
- Constitution
- Constitution of South Carolina
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
Vacancies. All vacancies in the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, or Circuit Court shall be filled by elections as prescribed in Sections 3, 8, and 13 of this article; provided, that if the unexpired term does not exceed one year such vacancy may be filled by the Governor. When a vacancy is filled by either appointment or election, the incumbent shall hold office only for the unexpired term of his predecessor. (1972 (57) 3176; 1973 (58) 161; 1985 Act No. 9.)
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