South Carolina · South Carolina Code — Title 16, Crimes; Title 44 Controlled Substances
S.C. Code (Crimes) § 16-3-2230: Defenses not applicable to violations of this article; procedures excepted from this article; revocation of professional license or certification
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Female genital mutilation is prohibited except for medical necessity or labor/birth procedures. Belief, custom, consent, and parental permission are not valid defenses. Professionals who violate this face criminal penalties and permanent license revocation.
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