| James H. Ritchie Jr. | |
| State Senate: | South Carolina |
| State: | South Carolina |
| District: | 13th |
| Term: | 2000 -2008 |
| Preceded: | Charles Tyrone Courtney |
| Succeeded: | Shane Martin |
| Birth Date: | 12 August 1961 |
| Birth Place: | Morgantown, West Virginia |
| Spouse: | Evelyn |
| Profession: | Attorney |
| Party: | Republican |
James H. Ritchie Jr. is a Republican member of the South Carolina Senate, representing the 13th District since 2000. He lost to Shane Martin in the June 10th, 2008 primary election, 33.85% to 66.15%.[1]