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South Carolina Family Laws

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Everyone knows that nothing is more important in the Palmetto State than family. The links below provide state-specific family laws on a wide range of topics — including marriage, adoption, minors and the law, and much more. The minimum age to get married is 18 (or 16 with parental consent), and South Carolina has recently begun recognizing same-sex marriages. This section also has resources in the unfortunate case of a romance coming to an end, with information on divorce, child support, and child custody. Click on a topic below to learn more about South Carolina’s family statutes.

Learn About South Carolina Family Laws

  • South Carolina Marital Property Laws

    When couples divorce, family law courts distribute the marital property according to a number of different guidelines. Learn about those guidelines and more here.

  • South Carolina Child Custody Laws

    South Carolina Judges take into account a number of factors when making child custody arrangements, including what’s in the best interests of the child.

  • South Carolina Adoption Laws

    South Carolina, like most states, lays out a number of requirements and guidelines individuals and couples must adhere to if they wish to adopt a child or adult.

  • South Carolina Legal Requirements for Divorce

    South Carolina law sets out a number of hoops couples must jump through in order to obtain a divorce. This articles lists and explains those requirements.

  • South Carolina Marriage Age Requirements Laws

    Like most serious decisions, marriage is a contract that can only be entered into once you’ve reached a certain age. Learn about the age requirements and possible exceptions to the rule.

  • South Carolina Abortion Laws

    This article covers the current state of federal and state abortion laws, how abortion is defined under South Carolina law, and the time limits for obtaining an abortion in the state.

South Carolina Family Law Articles

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