S.0458

trespass

Introduced·3/18/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina S0458 amends trespassing laws to include enclosing land with a fence as notice and to make entering another's property without.

South Carolina S0458 amends the state's trespassing laws by adding enclosing land with a fence as a method for property owners to provide notice of trespassing. It also makes it a misdemeanor offense to knowingly enter another person's dwelling house, place of business, or structure without authorization, invitation, or legal cause, and to fail to leave when requested. Penalties for violations include fines and imprisonment, with graduated penalties for repeat offenses.

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History

Mar 18, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Mar 18, 2025

Senate

Referred to Committee on Judiciary