Cody Tarlton Mitchell

Cody Tarlton Mitchell is an incumbent Republican representing South Carolina House District 65, a role he assumed in December 2022 after being elected in a special election. A lawyer and partner at a Hartsville firm, he previously served as a municipal judge for several towns. Mitchell is a veteran of the United States Army National Guard, where he served as a prosecutor, reaching the rank of Major. He earned his bachelor's from Presbyterian College and his law degree from the University of South Carolina. His platform focuses on strengthening gun rights, securing infrastructure funding for District 65, lowering taxes, and attracting new industries to boost the state's economy and create jobs. Mitchell, who aims to be a problem-solver and find common ground, is committed to serving the people of South Carolina, fulfilling a long-held career goal.