Marvin Pendarvis Exits Candidacy for South Carolina House District 113
In a surprising turn, Marvin Pendarvis has officially withdrawn his candidacy for South Carolina House District 113. This decision comes after a series of serious allegations and a complex legal situation surrounding the former state representative.
Earlier this year, Pendarvis faced a civil lawsuit, which claimed he mishandled a client’s case, signed their name without permission, and even attempted to bribe them after the allegations emerged. As a result, the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division has launched a criminal investigation into his actions.
Despite this turmoil, Pendarvis resigned from his position in the General Assembly on September 16, 2024. However, he failed to inform the South Carolina Election Commission of his withdrawal from the race, leading to a strange scenario where he was still listed as a candidate.
In what can only be described as an odd twist, Pendarvis secured an overwhelming 97.3 percent of the vote to win reelection, even though he had already stepped down weeks earlier. The situation took another peculiar turn when, on November 6, 2024, election officials received a letter from Pendarvis dated September 26, stating his intention to withdraw from the race.
Election officials have confirmed that Pendarvis’ seat is now vacant, prompting the need for a special election to fill the vacancy. The filing period for candidates will start at noon on November 22, 2024, and will end on November 30. A special primary election is scheduled for January 21, 2025, with a runoff happening on February 4 if needed. The special election will take place on March 25, 2025.
As the situation unfolds, residents can expect updates on this evolving story, along with any news regarding the ongoing investigations linked to Pendarvis.
