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.

Legal Services

The Legal Services Division of the Office of the Attorney General handles a variety of non-criminal matters on behalf of the state.

Criminal Justice

Along with the sixteen Circuit Solicitors, the Attorney General is responsible for the prosecution of all criminal matters within the South Carolina judicial system.

Crime Victim Services

The Crime Victim Services Division provides assistance including financial compensation, grants, training, certification, and liaison assistance to eligible crime victims and service providers in South Carolina.

Victim Advocacy

The Victim Advocacy Division provides information and support to victims of crime related to cases handled by divisions throughout the Attorney General’s Office.

Inside the Office

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

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May 23, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson applauds President Trump’s judicial picks, Whitney Hermandorfer nomination for Sixth Circuit

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson praised President Donald Trump’s recent judicial nominations, calling them among the best in advancing the President’s agenda and defending the Constitution. He highlighted Whitney Hermandorfer’s nomination to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit as a standout choice. Attorney General Wilson commended her legal victories against the Biden Administration and her strong conservative credentials, urging the Senate to swiftly confirm her.

May 22, 2025

ICYMI: Attorney General Alan Wilson joins national leaders at southern border to highlight strides made under Trump

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On Wednesday, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, alongside fellow Republican attorneys general and federal and state law enforcement leaders, held a press conference at the southern border in Yuma, Arizona.

May 22, 2025

Attorney General Alan Wilson asks Congress to pass concealed carry reciprocity resolution

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South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson urges Congress to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38). The bill would allow lawful concealed carry permit holders to carry across state lines. The coalition argues the current patchwork of state laws unfairly penalizes law-abiding gun owners and infringes on Second Amendment rights.

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Initiatives

Cyber Safety for Children

South Carolina’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force works closely with law enforcement around the state, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), and several other state and federal agencies in an effort to keep our children safe online.

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SC-VALOR Program

The mission of the South Carolina Veteran and Armed Forces Legal Outreach Program is to provide guidance or representation to veterans and members of the Armed Forces. This program is a collaboration between the Attorney General’s Office, the South Carolina Bar and the SC Military Department.

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Human Trafficking

The SC Human Trafficking Task Force leads the statewide strategic approach to combat human trafficking and to supplement the existing prosecutorial work of the SC Office of the Attorney General.

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An Attorney General’s opinion attempts to resolve questions of law as the author believes a court would decide the issue.

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Mailing Address The Honorable Alan Wilson
P.O. Box 11549
Columbia, S.C. 29211

Office Address Rembert Dennis
1000 Assembly Street, Room 519
Columbia, S.C. 29201

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