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Laws - Browse Laws |
Laws are grouped into key areas of the law. Follow the links below to see Laws in these topics:
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| Arrested (6 Laws) |
 When will a juvenile be detained? |
When a juvenile is taken into custody by the police, the juvenile is usually released to the custody of a parent or guardian. However, there are certain situations where the officer who took the juvenile into custody can detain the juvenile.... more » |
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| Banking (1 Laws) |
| Can I open my own bank account? |
Yes, in South Carolina, you can open your own bank account, even if you are under the age of 18. Also, the bank must allow you to deposit and withdraw money without your parent’s permission. However, keep in mind that this o... more » |
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| Bullying (2 Laws) |
| Bullying |
According to South Carolina Code Section 59-63-140, every school district must have rules against bullying, harassment, and intimidation. These rules against bullying must provide punishments for students that bully other students. In ... more » |
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| Crime (17 Laws) |
| Larceny (theft) |
Larceny is the legal term for theft or stealing. If the value of the things stolen equals $1,000 or less, we call that petit larceny which is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in jail and up to $500 in fines. If the value of th... more » |
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| Drinking (7 Laws) |
| Breathalyzer Tests |
A breathalyzer measures the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream by analyzing a person's breath. The higher the percentage, the more intoxicated the person. While a breathalyzer is the most commonly known test, it ... more » |
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| Driving (11 Laws) |
| Speeding |
Speeding penalties vary from city to city and are often increased by court costs. However, the minimum fines for speeding under South Carolina state law are as follows:
Under 10 miles per hour over posted speed limit: Fine between $15 and ... more » |
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| Family (6 Laws) |
| Who has the right to punish me? |
Your parents have to right to discipline you. The law gives your parents a lot of room to decide what is an appropriate punishment. This includes corporal punishment (spanking).
While you are at school, teachers and other s... more » |
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| Government (1 Laws) |
| Where do laws come from? |
South Carolina's legal history spans back to the colonial period, well before the United States of America was formed. Our legal tradition began from the law in England, which is called English common law. Common law is the tradition of ... more » |
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| Guns and Weapons (2 Laws) |
| Weapons on school property |
It is a felony under South Carolina law for anyone except state, county or municipal law-enforcement officers or personnel authorized by school officials to carry, while on school property: a knife, blackjack, metal pipe or pole, firearm or any ot... more » |
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| Illegal Substances (14 Laws) |
| Anabolic Steroids |
Some people take steroids to build up strength and athletic ability. While steroids do build muscles, they also damage the liver, heart, and reproductive system. They can also cause people to become depressed or aggressive.&n... more » |
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| Marriage (1 Laws) |
| When can I get married? |
If you are 18 or older, you can get married and you do not need your parent’s permission. If you are 16 or 17, you can get married if your parents give your permission. S.C. Code Section 20-1-250.
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| Other (1 Laws) |
| Fireworks |
Even though fireworks are legal in South Carolina, there are several laws that apply to them. For instance, it is illegal to sell fireworks to anyone under 14 unless he or she is with a parent. You cannot set off fireworks within 600 feet of a sch... more » |
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| School (15 Laws) |
| Can I be searched at school? |
Yes, teachers and school administrators can conduct reasonable searches of students, their lockers, and even their cars. Teachers and school administrators do not need a warrant or even probable cause to search a student. All that is r... more » |
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| Trouble (6 Laws) |
| What is a Felony? |
A felony is a very serious criminal offense. The penalty for most felonies include at least one year in jail. Being convicted of a felony can seriously affect your outlook for future opportunities. For example, in order to qualify for or maintain ... more » |
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| Turning 18 (4 Laws) |
| Can I get a body piercing? |
The laws regarding body piercing are less strict than the laws regarding tattooing. If you are 18 or older, you can get a body piercing. If you are under the age of 18, you can get a body piercing with your parent's permission. more » |
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| Vandalism and Property Damage (2 Laws) |
| Mailboxes |
Mail delivery is governed by federal law. Destroying, stealing or tampering with a mailbox or the mail inside is a federal offense. The penalty is a fine, up to three years in jail, or both.
United States Code Title 18 Section 1705.more » |
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| Violence (2 Laws) |
| Assault and Battery |
An assault occurs when a person has been placed in fear of immediate bodily harm by another person's actions. Battery is the harmful or offensive physical contact by one person on another, regardless of the degree of such contact. Fighting is a co... more » |
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| Voting (1 Laws) |
| Voting Age |
Once a person turns 18 years old, he or she can vote. This right was granted by the 26th Amendment to the Constitution in 1971. The 26th Amendment was brought about because at that time, the voting age was 21and many Americans under th... more » |
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