Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
Individuals who have property in South Carolina may apply for non-resident permits. They should complete the non-resident form and obtain the signature of assessor to prove that you own a property within the state. Then proceed to the steps enumerate on “Applying for a Permit in South Carolina” section above. You may also apply if […]
Carry Permit Limitations
Section 23-31-215 (M). The following are considered off limits individuals even with a carry permit: a. Correctional and detention facilities b. Courthouses and courtrooms c. Voting places during election days d. Establishments used by the county, public school district, municipality or special purpose district officials for meeting e. Places for athletic events not related to […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
“No Firearm” signs in South Carolina have the force of the law. Section 23-31-235. Sign Requirements. Signs prohibiting the possession of firearms shall have both the written language and universal sign language to express the prohibition. They must be posted at the public entrance of establishments that do not permit concealed carrying. The signs must […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
Individuals who are carrying firearms shall inform police officer on contact about it. Section 23-31-215. Issuance of Permits. Permit holders should always have their carry permits whenever carrying concealed firearms. Whenever in possession of a firearm pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 31 of Title 23, an individual must immediately inform a police officer about […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carrying of firearms in state parks, national forests, state WMA’s and road side rest areas is allowed in South Carolina.
Traveling in a Vehicle with a Firearm without a South Carolina Permit
Individuals who are legally allowed to possess firearms may carry them loaded in vehicles as long as they are kept in the vehicle’s trunk, in a glove box or console. Section 16-23-10. Definitions. Under this section, the following terms are defined: • “Handgun” refers to a firearm that is capable of expelling a projectile and […]
Open Carry Laws for South Carolina
Open carrying is considered illegal in South Carolina even for those who have their valid carry permits.
Carry Law Preemptions for South Carolina
Section 23-31-510. Prohibition Against Regulation of Certain Matters. Counties, municipalities and other political subdivisions in South Carolina are not allowed to establish regulations and ordinances to restrict the possession, transportation, ownership, purchase, sale and registration of firearms, ammunition and other related supplies. Section 23-31-520. Power to Regulate Public Use of Firearms; Confiscation of Firearms or […]
South Carolina Laws for Use of Deadly Force
16-11-420 thru 16-11-450. “Protection of Persons and Property Act”. 16-11-420. Intent and Findings of General Assembly. 16-11-430. Definitions. 16-11-440. Presumption of Reasonable Fear of Imminent Peril When Using Deadly Force Against Another Unlawfully Entering Residence, Occupied Vehicle or Place of Business. 16-11-450. Immunity from Criminal Prosecution and Civil Actions; Law Enforcement Officer Exception; Costs. These […]
State and City Laws for Carrying Knives
To know more about the laws concerning the use and possession of knives, click on this link.