Establishes the offense of reckless endangerment in South Carolina, defining terms and penalties.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to create the offense of reckless endangerment. It defines "firearm," "great bodily injury," "motor vehicle," and "recklessly." A person commits the offense if they recklessly place another in danger of death or great bodily injury, or recklessly discharge a firearm in a populated area. Violators face fines up to $15,000 and imprisonment up to 15 years. The act does not affect pending actions or liabilities under repealed or amended laws.

Establishes the offense of reckless endangerment in South Carolina, defining terms and penalties.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to create the offense of reckless endangerment. It defines "firearm," "great bodily injury," "motor vehicle," and "recklessly." A person commits the offense if they recklessly place another in danger of death or great bodily injury, or recklessly discharge a firearm in a populated area. Violators face fines up to $15,000 and imprisonment up to 15 years. The act does not affect pending actions or liabilities under repealed or amended laws.