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2012 South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 50 - Fish, Game and Watercraft
Chapter 13 - PROTECTION OF FISH
Section 50-13-510 - Unlawful taking of freshwater mussels
SC Code § 50-13-510 (2012) What's This?
It is unlawful to take freshwater mussels (Bivalvia) without a permit from the department. A person violating this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not less than one hundred nor more than five hundred dollars. Provided, Asian clams (Corbicula spp.) may be taken without permit.
HISTORY: 2012 Act No. 114, Section 3, eff July 1, 2012.
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