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 23, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson demands City of Columbia repeal unconstitutional faith-based counseling ban

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Attorney General Alan Wilson has formally demanded that the City of Columbia repeal City Ordinance 2021-021, citing clear conflicts with state law and violations of constitutional rights.

Apr 22, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 26-state coalition backing federal Second Amendment Task Force

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Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today he has joined a 26-state coalition of attorneys general in sending a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi in strong support of the newly created Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force.

Apr 22, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces state receives almost $67 million in tobacco settlement funds

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Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that the state secured $66,833,057.18 in its share of the annual tobacco Master Settlement Agreement Payment.

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