South Carolina’s Unique Five-County Circuit: A Closer Look at the Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office
Beaufort, South Carolina – The vast and picturesque Lowcountry of South Carolina, known for its marshy sea islands and historical towns, is served by the Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office, the principal prosecutorial agency overseeing one of the state’s unique judicial arrangements. This agency is tasked with a significant judicial responsibility, catering to the legal oversight of Allendale, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties. Spanning an area of 3,200 square-miles, this circuit is notably the only one in the state that encompasses five counties. The Solicitor’s Office, conducting legal battles and upholding justice, plays a pivotal … Read more