S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-460
Putting party ousted in possession
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If it be found before any of them that any do contrary to this article, then the court shall cause to be reseized the lands and tenements so entered or holden as stated in this article and shall put the party so put out in full possession of the same lands and tenements so entered or holden as before.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 15-67-460, when a court determines that someone has unlawfully entered or withheld possession of real property in violation of the article's requirements, the court is empowered to order that the property be seized back from the wrongdoer and that the displaced party be restored to full possession of the land or tenements they previously held. The provision functions as a remedial mechanism, directing courts to undo the effects of an unlawful ouster rather than simply imposing a monetary penalty. The focus of the remedy is restoration of the status quo — returning the ousted party to the same position they occupied before the unlawful entry or withholding occurred.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in South Carolina should be aware that § 15-67-460 gives courts direct authority to order the reseizure of property and the restoration of a displaced party's possession when a violation of the article is found. Compliant operators generally ensure that any change in occupancy or entry onto property follows lawful procedures, since a court finding of a violation under this provision can result in the reversal of possession rather than merely a fine. Keeping clear records of lawful entry, notice, and occupancy transitions is a practice commonly associated with operators who avoid adverse court orders under provisions like this one.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 15-67-460 of the South Carolina Code provides tenants or other parties who have been unlawfully ousted from their property with a court-backed right to be restored to full possession of the land or tenements they previously occupied. If a court finds that an entry or withholding of property violated the article, the law directs the court to order the property reseized and the displaced party reinstated — making restoration of possession a primary remedy available under this provision. Individuals who believe they have been unlawfully removed from their property may wish to explore filing a claim in the appropriate South Carolina court or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with § 15-67-460 to understand what options may be available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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