South Carolina Jury Duty Laws: Pay, Employer Rules & Exemptions (2026)
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Short answer: County-specific per diem set in statute (S.C. Code § 14-7-1370), e.g., Dorchester $10/day; varies by county. Must your employer pay you? No Updated
How sure is this? We could not fully confirm South Carolina's current rules from an official source. 2023 H.4420 (a $25/day minimum for the first 5 days) was not confirmed as enacted. Check the county. Check your summons or call your county jury office before relying on it.
| Juror pay | County-specific per diem set in statute (S.C. Code § 14-7-1370), e.g., Dorchester $10/day; varies by county. |
|---|---|
| Mileage / travel | $0.05 or $0.10/mile (sources conflict) |
| Must employers pay you? | No |
| Job protection | An employer that dismisses or demotes an employee for jury service is civilly liable (S.C. Code § 41-1-70). |
Law
- S.C. Code § 14-7-1370
- S.C. Code § 41-1-70
Sources
- law.justia.com/codes/south-carolina/2021/title-14/chapter-7/section-14-7-1370/
- scstatehouse.gov/sess125_2023-2024/bills/4420.htm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does jury duty pay in South Carolina?
County-specific per diem set in statute (S.C. Code § 14-7-1370), e.g., Dorchester $10/day; varies by county.
Does my employer have to pay me for jury duty in South Carolina?
No
Can I be fired for jury duty in South Carolina?
An employer that dismisses or demotes an employee for jury service is civilly liable (S.C. Code § 41-1-70).