South Carolina H3059 prohibits installing or using tracking devices on motor vehicles without owner consent.
South Carolina H3059 amends the state code to define "tracking device" and establish the offense of unlawful tracking. It prohibits individuals, including law enforcement and private investigators, from installing or using tracking devices on motor vehicles without the owner's knowledge and consent. Exceptions include tracking for diagnostic services, subscription-based emergency assistance, and tracking by parents or guardians of minors. Violators face misdemeanor charges, with penalties of up to $500 or one year in prison. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
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