South Carolina Attorney General

Alan Wilson was elected South Carolina’s 51st Attorney General on November 2, 2010, re-elected to a second term on November 4, 2014, re-elected to a third term on November 6, 2018, and re-elected to a fourth term on November 8, 2022. Since being elected, Wilson has focused on keeping South Carolina’s families safe, defending their freedom, and protecting their futures.

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The South Carolina Attorney General serves as South Carolina’s Chief Prosecutor, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Securities Officer.

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Apr 17, 2026

Attorney General Alan Wilson fights against the rise of the administrative state

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He joined a 21-state friend-of-the-court brief pushing back against a massive reduction in Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) production and consumption.

Apr 16, 2026

Attorney General Alan Wilson and coalition of states win trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster

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A jury found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated federal and state antitrust laws by eliminating competition and driving up costs for fans, artists, and venues across the country.

Apr 15, 2026

Attorney General Alan Wilson applauds General Assembly for passing the Student Physical Privacy Act

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“I applaud the House of Representatives and Senate for prioritizing the safety and well-being of women and girls in South Carolina."

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