S.C. R. Fam. Ct. 31
As amended through November 6, 2024
Upon a finding by the judge that detention is necessary for protection of the community or to serve the best interest of a child, and that such detention is likely to be for a period in excess of 48 hours, the judge upon adequate evidence and testimony may by appropriate order, extend such detention for a period not to exceed 7 days. Additional extensions not to exceed 7 days each may be made by subsequent orders of the court. Such order shall be in writing or reduced to writing and shall recite appropriate findings of fact.
S.C. R. Fam. Ct. 31