S.C. Code Ann. § 41-35-125 – Benefits for individuals unemployed as a result of domestic abuse

(A) Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 41-35-120, an individual is eligible for waiting week credit and for unemployment compensation if the commission finds that the individual has left work voluntarily or has been discharged because of circumstances directly resulting from domestic abuse and:
1. (1) reasonably fears future domestic abuse at or en route to the workplace;
2. (2) needs to relocate to avoid future domestic abuse; or
3. (3) reasonably believes that leaving work is necessary for his safety or the safety of his family.
(B) When determining if an individual has experienced domestic abuse for the purpose of receiving unemployment compensation, the commission shall require him to provide documentation of domestic abuse including, but not limited to, police or court records or other documentation of abuse from a shelter worker, attorney, member of the clergy, or medical or other professional from whom the individual has sought assistance.
(C) All documentation or evidence of domestic abuse acquired by the commission pursuant to this section must be kept confidential unless consent for disclosure is given, in writing, by the individual.