South Carolina § 30-5-120 - Validation of certain conveyances not endorsed by auditor.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 30-5-120 — Validation of certain conveyances not endorsed by auditor., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-5-120. Validation of certain conveyances not endorsed by auditor.
(A) All conveyances of real estate which were recorded by a clerk of court or register of deeds of any of the several counties between December 14, 1876, and May 1, 1882, without the endorsement of the auditor of the county, have heretofore been declared to be as valid and binding, to all intents and purposes, as if such conveyances had been endorsed by the auditor of the county, as required by law.
(B) All conveyances of real estate that were recorded by a clerk of court or register of deeds of any county that meet the prerequisite recording requirements established by Section 30-5-20, but are without the endorsement of the county auditor, are valid and binding.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 60-59; 1952 Code SECTION 60-59; 1942 Code SECTION 8883; 1932 Code SECTION 8883; Civ. C. '22 SECTION 5314; Civ. C. '12 SECTION 3544; Civ. C. '02 SECTION 2458; R. S. 1970; 1877 (16) 321; 2024 Act No. 133 (H.3608), SECTION 2, eff May 13, 2024.
Code Commissioner's Note
1997 Act No. 34, SECTION 1, directed the Code Commissioner to change all references to "Register of Mesne Conveyances" to "Register of Deeds" wherever appearing in the 1976 Code of Laws.
Effect of Amendment
2024 Act No. 133, SECTION 2, inserted the (A) designator and added (B).
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 30-5-120
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 30-5-120 cover?
Section 30-5-120 ("Validation of certain conveyances not endorsed by auditor.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Carolina § 30-5-120?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 30-5-120" (South Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.
How does South Carolina § 30-5-120 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Carolina.