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SC Supreme Court Slams Ex-Clerk Hill’s Perjury Over Murdaugh Trial

5/16/2026

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Becky Hill Perjury

The South Carolina Supreme Court said clerk Becky Hill pursued fame by trying to boost sales of her trial book.
Becky Hill resigned as Colleton County clerk, pleaded perjury, and awaits sentencing for comments on Alex Murdaugh’s 2023 murder trial.
Justices called her conduct “breathtaking” and “unprecedented,” noting she urged jurors to distrust Murdaugh’s testimony.
The court warned prosecutors to limit evidence of Murdaugh’s crimes involving clients to prevent prejudice.

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Wilson Seeks Death

Attorney General Alan Wilson said South Carolina will again consider the death penalty if Alex Murdaugh is reconvicted.
Alex Murdaugh’s 2023 murder convictions were vacated after clerk Becky Hill pleaded guilty to perjury and misconduct.
Justices said Hill urged jurors to watch Murdaugh and not be fooled, breaching impartial-jury rights.
Wilson seeks a retrial by year-end while Murdaugh serves 27-year state and ~40-year federal term.

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Becky Hill Perjury

The South Carolina Supreme Court said clerk Becky Hill pursued fame by trying to boost sales of her trial book.
Becky Hill resigned as Colleton County clerk, pleaded perjury, and awaits sentencing for comments on Alex Murdaugh’s 2023 murder trial.
Justices called her conduct “breathtaking” and “unprecedented,” noting she urged jurors to distrust Murdaugh’s testimony.
The court warned prosecutors to limit evidence of Murdaugh’s crimes involving clients to prevent prejudice.

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