This chapter does not apply to, affect, or otherwise prohibit actions taken by:
(1) the Department of Agriculture, any other federal, state, or local department or agency, or an official or employee of these entities while in the exercise or performance of a power or duty imposed by law or regulation;
(2) a licensed veterinarian practicing veterinary medicine pursuant to Chapter 69, Title 40 and according to customary standards of care; or
(3) a person holding a legal interest in an animal facility, an animal from an animal facility, or other property in or on an animal facility who has an interest in the facility, animal, or other property superior to the interest held by the person incurring damages.
HISTORY: 1992 Act No. 327, Section 1, eff April 10, 1992; 2012 Act No. 220, Section 1, eff June 7, 2012.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 47 - Animals, Livestock and Poultry
Chapter 21 - Farm Animal, Crop Operation, And Research Facilities Protection Act
Section 47-21-10. Short title.
Section 47-21-20. Definitions.
Section 47-21-30. Unlawful acquisition or exercise of control.
Section 47-21-40. Unlawful damage or destruction.
Section 47-21-50. Unlawful entry or concealed presence.
Section 47-21-60. Unlawful entry or presence with notice to not enter or leave.
Section 47-21-80. Violations; penalties.
Section 47-21-90. Damages; attorney fees and costs.
Section 47-21-200. Unlawful acquisition or exercise of control.
Section 47-21-210. Unlawful damage or destruction.
Section 47-21-220. Unlawful entry or concealed presence.
Section 47-21-230. Unlawful entry or presence with notice to not enter or leave.
Section 47-21-240. Exemptions.