The South Carolina Board of Paroles and Pardons Announces Officers

The South Carolina Board of Paroles and Pardons is composed of seven members, one from each of the state's congressional districts. All are appointed by the Governor, subject to approval by the Senate. They serve six-year staggered terms and can be reappointed. If vacancies occur, the Governor selects a replacement before the term expires. The positions of chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary are elected by a majority vote of the Board.

The Officers of the Board for Calendar Year 2025 are listed below:

The Honorable Mollie DuPriest Taylor – Chairman
The Honorable Henry S. Eldridge – Vice Chairman
The Honorable Reno R. Boyd – Secretary

More information about the Board members can be found at https://ppp.sc.gov/board-paroles-and-pardons. The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is the third largest state law enforcement agency in South Carolina and is charged with the supervision of over 23,400 offenders living in the community placed on probation by the Court, granted parole by the South Carolina Board of Paroles and Pardons, and enrolled in mandatory release programs. Offenders are supervised according to a wide range of evidence-based, rehabilitative strategies designed to foster successful reentry while protecting public safety.

Media Contact:
Anita Dantzler, SCDPPPS Public Information Director
Office: 803-734-9267
Cell: 803-205-5095