In all cases of tax sale the deed of conveyance, whether executed to a private person, a corporation, or a forfeited land commission, is prima facie evidence of a good title in the holder, that all proceedings have been regular and that all legal requirements have been complied with. An action for the recovery of land sold pursuant to this chapter or for the recovery of the possession must not be maintained unless brought within two years from the date of sale as provided in Section 12-51-90(C).
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 65-2815.15; 1971 (57) 499; 1985 Act No. 166, Section 15; 2006 Act No. 238, Section 3.B, eff March 15, 2006.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 51 - Alternate Procedure For Collection Of Property Taxes
Section 12-51-60. Payment by successful bidder; receipt; disposition of proceeds.
Section 12-51-70. Default by successful bidder; readvertisement of property.
Section 12-51-80. Settlement by treasurer.
Section 12-51-90. Redemption of real property; assignment of purchaser's interest.
Section 12-51-95. Owner of mobile or manufactured home may redeem property.
Section 12-51-96. Conditions of redemption.
Section 12-51-120. Notice of approaching end of redemption period.
Section 12-51-130. Execution and delivery of tax title; costs and fees; overages.
Section 12-51-135. Removal of erroneously issued warrants.
Section 12-51-140. Notice to mortgagees.
Section 12-51-150. Official may void tax sales.
Section 12-51-160. Deed as evidence of good title; statute of limitations.
Section 12-51-170. Contract with county for collection of taxes due municipality.