LGBT rights in South Carolina
LGBT rights in South Carolina refer to the legal and social status of individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender in the state of South Carolina. The state has seen significant changes in the recognition and protection of LGBT rights over the years, although challenges remain.
Legal Status[edit | edit source]
Same-Sex Marriage[edit | edit source]
Same-sex marriage has been legal in South Carolina since November 20, 2014, following the decision in the case of Condon v. Haley. This ruling came after the United States District Court for the District of South Carolina found the state's ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional, in line with the precedent set by the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Bostic v. Schaefer.
Adoption and Parenting[edit | edit source]
Same-sex couples in South Carolina are permitted to adopt children. The state does not explicitly prohibit LGBT adoption, and following the legalization of same-sex marriage, married same-sex couples have the same adoption rights as opposite-sex couples.
Anti-Discrimination Protections[edit | edit source]
South Carolina does not have statewide laws that explicitly protect individuals from discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in employment, housing, or public accommodations. However, some local jurisdictions, such as the city of Columbia, have enacted ordinances that provide such protections.
Hate Crimes[edit | edit source]
South Carolina does not have a hate crime law that includes protections based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Efforts to pass such legislation have been made but have not yet been successful.
Social Climate[edit | edit source]
The social climate for LGBT individuals in South Carolina varies. While there are supportive communities and organizations, such as SC Equality and We Are Family, there are also areas where LGBT individuals may face social stigma and discrimination.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- LGBT rights in the United States
- Same-sex marriage in the United States
- LGBT adoption in the United States
- Anti-discrimination law
- Hate crime laws in the United States
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