(A) The Department of Natural Resources has regulatory authority for permitting and licensing pertaining to aquaculture and aquaculture businesses, as provided in this chapter. The Department of Natural Resources has authority for enforcement as it affects the public waters of the State.
(B) This chapter does not apply to any saltwater species.
(C) Applicants for permits or licensure under this chapter may be required to obtain additional federal or state permits required pursuant to Chapter 39, Title 48 of the 1976 Code and Regulation 61-9.122.25.
HISTORY: 2003 Act No. 60, Section 1.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 50 - Fish, Game and Watercraft
Section 50-18-210. Definitions.
Section 50-18-225. Possession, sale, and purchase of freshwater game fish and aquaculture products.
Section 50-18-230. Regulation of commercial aquaculture.
Section 50-18-245. Requirements to engage in aquaculture of nonindigenous species.
Section 50-18-270. Intentional release of imported species into public waterways; penalties.
Section 50-18-275. Freshwater game fish acquired for brood stock.
Section 50-18-290. Jurisdiction of magistrates court; restitution; penalties.