The South Carolina Austin Standing Order for Civil Jury Charges is a set of instructions from the South Carolina Supreme Court that provides an outline of the civil jury charges for the state. The order is divided into two parts: Part I, Charge of the Court, and Part II, Instructions to the Jury. Part I outlines the duties of the jury, while Part II provides instructions on the burden of proof, the elements of the case, and the damages. There are three types of South Carolina Austin Standing Order for Civil Jury Charges: general, special, and punitive damages. The general charge covers the basic rules of evidence, instructions for deliberations, and the burden of proof. The special charge covers specific factual circumstances of the case, while the punitive damages charge covers damages awarded to punish the defendant for malicious conduct.