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The South Carolina Notice to Quit is a type of eviction notice form used by landlords, property managers, and property management companies to notify tenants that they must either comply with an order, or quit and give up possession of the rental property within a certain period of time.

It is illegal for a landlord to attempt to remove a tenant through any other means, such as shutting off the utilities or changing the locks on the doors. This type of behavior is often referred to as a "self-help" eviction or unlawful ouster, and the tenant can sue the landlord for trying it (see S.C. Code Ann.

The South Carolina Notice to Vacate Form must contain the date on which the Notice to Vacate is given, and the time frame in which the rental property should become vacant. Specific details must be clearly stated on the notice, so the other party has reasonable awareness about their responsibilities.

The South Carolina fourteen (14) day notice to comply or quit is used when evicting a tenant who has violated the lease or rental terms. The landlord must serve this notice to the tenant before filing an eviction lawsuit (otherwise known as an ?Ejectment? action) in the magistrate court.

After the notice period has passed, the landlord may file for a Rule/Order to Show Cause. Successful evictions rely on correct filings, so the landlord must file all the forms correctly. ing to South Carolina state law, filing fees cost about $40 for the Rule to Show Cause. A Writ of Ejectment costs an extra $10.

You must submit an affidavit and pay a filing fee of $40.00 when you file the action. The Court will issue an Order to Show Cause which will be attached to your affidavit and served upon the tenant requiring him to either vacate the premises or show cause by requesting a hearing date.