South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 20 - South Carolina Mining Act
Section 48-20-260. Chapter not to restrict or impair private right of action.

No provisions of this chapter may restrict or impair the right of a private or public person to bring a legal or equitable action for damages or redress against nuisances or hazards.
HISTORY: 1990 Act No. 454, Section 2.

Structure South Carolina Code of Laws

South Carolina Code of Laws

Title 48 - Environmental Protection and Conservation

Chapter 20 - South Carolina Mining Act

Section 48-20-10. Short title.

Section 48-20-20. Chapter purpose.

Section 48-20-30. Department responsible for administration of chapter.

Section 48-20-40. Definitions.

Section 48-20-50. Certificates of exploration.

Section 48-20-55. General permits for limited mining.

Section 48-20-60. Operating permits generally.

Section 48-20-70. Application for, and issuance of, operating permit.

Section 48-20-80. Modifications of operating permit.

Section 48-20-90. Reclamation plans.

Section 48-20-100. Authority to assess and collect fees.

Section 48-20-110. Bonding or other security requirements.

Section 48-20-120. Annual report of operator; operating fee; late penalty.

Section 48-20-130. Inspections; notice of deficiencies.

Section 48-20-140. Administrative fee for deficiencies.

Section 48-20-150. Modification of reclamation plans.

Section 48-20-160. Notice of violations; hearings; suspension or revocation of permit.

Section 48-20-170. Bond or security forfeiture proceedings.

Section 48-20-180. Manner of giving written notice.

Section 48-20-190. Appeals of decisions or determinations of department.

Section 48-20-200. Appeals of decision of council, its committee or hearing panel; appeal of department's refusal to release bond or security.

Section 48-20-210. Department to promulgate regulations.

Section 48-20-220. Cease and desist orders; restraining orders or injunctions; civil penalties.

Section 48-20-230. Criminal penalties; authority of department to institute other actions or proceedings.

Section 48-20-240. Disposition of fees and civil penalties.

Section 48-20-250. Affect of chapter on local zoning regulations or ordinances.

Section 48-20-260. Chapter not to restrict or impair private right of action.

Section 48-20-270. Chapter not to impose liability on State for damages.

Section 48-20-280. Application of chapter.

Section 48-20-290. Authority to department to accept grants, to engage in research, and cooperate with governmental entities.

Section 48-20-300. Lands to be included in reclamation plans.

Section 48-20-310. Exceptions to civil penalty provisions.