Service as witness or juror not to constitute disqualification for benefits.
S.C. Code Ann. § 41-35-115
in effectNotwithstanding another provision of law, an individual otherwise eligible for a benefit may not be denied a benefit with respect to a week in which he is required by law to appear in court as a witness or juror. However, an unemployment benefit received by a person pursuant to Chapters 27 through 41 of this title must be reduced by any per diem received for service as a juror. The department must promulgate regulations necessary to implement the provisions of this section. Effect of Amendment The 2010 amendment substituted "department" for "commission"; and made other nonsubstantive changes.
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