As set forth by the South Carolina Code of Laws, the
Secretary of State is responsible for the statewide registration of
corporations, Uniform Commercial Code interests, business opportunities, employment
agencies, trademarks and notaries. The Office handles the
incorporation of municipalities and special purpose districts, the
annexations of land, and the escheatment of real property in South
Carolina. The Secretary of State is also the administrator and regulator
of the Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act and handles the publication of
positions within certain statewide boards and commissions. The Secretary
of State is an ex officio member of the Legislative Council and the
Commission on Consumer Affairs.
The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is
simple: to provide the taxpayer with the best return on their
investment in state government. The Secretary of State’s office
accomplishes this goal two ways. First, the office strives to provide the
most efficient, innovative, and cost effective means of registering,
administering, maintaining, and disseminating information to the
taxpayers. Second, the office regulates the appropriate areas using the
most effective and advanced tools available. Our goal continues to be 100%
customer satisfaction.