The opportunity to obtain housing, full and equal use of public accommodations, public services, and to make use of educational facilities without discrimination because of a handicap is guaranteed by this article and is a civil right.
HISTORY: 1983 Act No. 124 Section 2; 1996 Act No. 426, Section 8, eff June 18, 1996.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 33 - Rights Of Physically Disabled Persons
Section 43-33-10. Declaration of policy.
Section 43-33-25. Use of motorized chairs or carts by handicapped on beaches.
Section 43-33-40. Unlawful interference with rights of blind or other physically disabled person.
Section 43-33-50. White Cane Safety Day.
Section 43-33-60. Policy regarding employment of blind and other physically disabled persons.
Section 43-33-210. Definitions.
Section 43-33-230. Complaints.
Section 43-33-310. Legislative findings.
Section 43-33-330. Appointment of board.
Section 43-33-340. Definitions.
Section 43-33-350. Powers and duties of System.
Section 43-33-360. Interview of complainant.
Section 43-33-370. Authority of system upon receipt of written request to investigate complaint.
Section 43-33-380. Information not to be disclosed unless authorized in writing.
Section 43-33-510. Short title.
Section 43-33-520. Guaranteed opportunities.
Section 43-33-530. Discrimination prohibited without reasonable justification.
Section 43-33-540. Injunctive relief or civil damages for persons discriminated against.
Section 43-33-560. Handicap, handicapped, and mental impairment defined.