This is the last week to file a complaint against judges appearing before the JMSC on November 6th.
All requests to speak must be submitted by October 23, 2026.
All statements must be notarized and should be sent to:
JMSC Attn: Erin B. Crawford, Esq. 104 Gressette Building, Post Office Box 142, Columbia, S.C. 29202
Click on the below photos for key concerns about JMSC candidate Bromell Holmes
The infamous Jan Bromell Holmes, which our news outlet has covered articles on here, here and here is hoping to land Seat #8 on the S.C. Court of Appeals. Holmes is among JMSC leader, S.C. Senator Luke Rankin’s preferred judges.
Other Judges before the JMSC on November 6th: David Pierce Caraker, Jr., Joshua D. Holford, Leah T. Petree-Angone, Doublas M. Zahicek.
MyrtleBeachSC News can confirm that a minimum of 6 Horry County residents will be filing complaints and speaking at these JMSC hearings.
For more information, visit: https://www.scstatehouse.gov/JudicialMeritPage/JMSCMainPage.php
What is the JMSC?
The S.C. Judicial Merit Selection Commission (JMSC) refers to the specific Judicial Merit Selection Commission in the state of South Carolina. Like other Judicial Merit Selection Commissions across the United States, the S.C. JMSC is responsible for evaluating and recommending candidates for judicial positions within the state.
In South Carolina, the JMSC plays a critical role in selecting candidates for various judicial positions, including judgeships at the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Circuit Court, Family Court, and Administrative Law Court levels. The commission consists of ten members: six non-legislative members and four legislators, with two members each from the Senate and the House of Representatives.
The S.C. JMSC conducts a comprehensive evaluation process to assess the qualifications, experience, and character of potential judicial candidates. This includes reviewing candidates’ educational background, legal experience, writings, courtroom demeanor, and ethical conduct. The commission also considers input from individuals familiar with the candidates’ professional work, such as attorneys, judges, and other community members.
After conducting thorough evaluations, the JMSC assigns a rating to each candidate, categorizing them as “qualified” or “not qualified.” The commission then submits its recommendations to the General Assembly, which ultimately makes the final decision on judicial appointments. This process helps ensure that judges in South Carolina are selected based on their competence, integrity, and adherence to the rule of law.
The S.C. JMSC, like other similar commissions, serves to enhance the transparency, fairness, and accountability of the state’s judicial selection process. By conducting extensive evaluations and providing independent recommendations, the commission helps maintain a high standard of professionalism and impartiality within the judiciary, contributing to public trust and confidence in the legal system.