Sanford faces 62 bills on desk as votes loom
In Columbia Gov Mark Sanford faces 62 bills with decisions due by midnight Tuesday. He expected to veto tougher seat belt legislation while signing a tougher criminal domestic violence law. The domestic violence bill takes effect Jan 1 raising fines and jail terms, with counseling options. Sanford signed 16 other measures including port incentives and campaign sign penalties.
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North Charleston officer indicted on tax evasion charges
Sgt. Joyce Middleton a 15 year veteran faces up to 15 years in prison and $30,000 in fines on three counts of income tax evasion after failing to pay about $3,000 in state taxes She claims constitutional challenges to tax systems and refuses to plead to reduced charges while city and state officials prepare prosecution.
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Florence mayor enters Democratic race for governor
Florence Mayor Frank Willis announced a bid for the Democratic nomination in 2006, challenging incumbent state Sen. Tommy Moore. Willis framed his bid as uniting a divided state and delivering results, while Moore urged openness to the public square of ideas. Political observers note a crowded primary could boost visibility for both candidates.
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