South Carolina Supreme Court disqualifies Judge Paul M. Burch from criminal cases due to his son's new role.

The South Carolina Supreme Court has disqualified Judge Paul M. Burch from presiding over criminal and related civil cases in the 4th Judicial Circuit starting January 1, 2025, due to his son's recent election as the circuit's solicitor. This move follows a state law that disqualifies judges when family members are involved in cases. Judge Burch can still handle unrelated civil cases in the region.

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