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2017 South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 54 - Ports and Maritime Matters
CHAPTER 7 - SHIPWRECKS AND SALVAGE OPERATIONS
Section 54-7-660. No license required for non-disturbing inspection, study, and the like.
Universal Citation: SC Code § 54-7-660 (2017)
A person may inspect, study, explore, photograph, measure, record, conduct a reconnaissance survey, use magnetic or acoustic detection devices, or otherwise use and enjoy a submerged archaeological historic property and/or submerged paleontological property without being required to obtain a license if the use or activity does not:
(1) involve excavation, destruction, substantive injury, or disturbance of the historic property, a paleontological site, or its immediate environment;
(2) endanger other persons or property; or
(3) violate other regulations or provisions of federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
HISTORY: 1991 Act No. 169, Section 1.
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