S.C. App. Ct. R. 502.1

As amended through June 24, 2024

Rule 502.1 - Judges's Oath

All members of the Unified Judicial System in this state shall take the following oath of office:

I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that:

I am duly qualified, according to the Constitution of this State, to exercise the duties of the office to which I have been appointed, and that I will, to the best of my ability, discharge those duties and will preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of this State and of the United States;

I pledge to uphold the integrity and independence of the judiciary;

I pledge, in the discharge of my duties, to treat all persons who enter the courtroom with civility, fairness, and respect;

I pledge to listen courteously, sit impartially, act promptly, and rule after careful and considerate deliberation;

I pledge to seek justice, and justice alone;

[So help me God.]

S.C. App. Ct. R. 502.1

Adopted by Order dated September 22, 2004, and effective immediately. This new Rule contains the Judge's Oath previously adopted by the Court.