Ethics Commission
South Carolina State Ethics Commission
SCSEC
67/100
Summary
The South Carolina State Ethics Commission enforces the Ethics, Government Accountability, and Campaign Reform Act for public officials, public members, and public employees. Members are appointed by the Governor and legislative leadership.
Independence Scorecard
67/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Restricted |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- South Carolina Code of Laws, Title 8, Chapter 13 — Ethics, Government Accountability, and Campaign Reform
- Citation
- S.C. Code §§ 8-13-100 to 8-13-1520
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All public officials, public members, and public employees