Understanding Racial Profiling Lawsuits in South Carolina: Your Path to Justice Racial profiling, the discriminatory practice by law enforcement or other entities of targeting individuals for suspicion of crime based on their race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin, is a grave violation of civil rights. While the U.S. Constitution promises equal protection under the law, the reality for many in South Carolina is often far different. If you believe you have been a victim of racial profiling in our state, understanding your legal rights and options is the crucial first step toward seeking justice. What is Racial Profiling in a Legal Context? At its core, racial profiling occurs when a person is subjected to differential treatment, scrutiny, or suspicion by law enforcement or private actors, not because of objective evidence of wrongdoing, but because of their perceived race or ethnicity. This can manifest in various ways, from unwarranted traffic stops and intrusive qu...