South Carolina · South Carolina Code — Title 16, Crimes; Title 44 Controlled Substances
S.C. Code (Crimes) § 16-11-650: Removing, destroying or leaving down fences; penalties; magistrate court jurisdiction; easement holder's rights
What this law says, in plain English
A person who intentionally removes, destroys, or leaves down fences, gates, or barriers meant to enclose animals or crops without owner permission commits a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1,000 fine or 30 days imprisonment.
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