Notwithstanding Section 2-7-35, "handicap" and "handicapped" as used in this article mean a substantial physical or mental impairment, whether congenital or acquired by accident, injury, or disease, where the impairment is verified by medical findings and appears reasonably certain to continue throughout the lifetime of the individual without substantial improvement. This does not include an individual who is an alcohol, drug, narcotic, or other substance abuser or who is only regarded as being handicapped. The term "mental impairment" does not include mental illness.
HISTORY: 1983 Act No. 124 Section 6; 1996 Act No. 426, Section 10, 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.