South Carolina Statutes

§ 44-53-1390 — Investigation of lead poisoning case reports; right of entry.

South Carolina § 44-53-1390
JurisdictionSouth Carolina
Title 44HEALTH
Ch. 53POISONS, DRUGS, AND OTHER CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

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S.C. Code Ann. § 44-53-1390 (2026).

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When the department is notified of a lead poisoning case, the department, upon presentation of the appropriate credentials to the householder, and with the consent of the householder or his agent, may enter a dwelling, dwelling unit, or childcare facility at reasonable times and in a reasonable manner for the purpose of conducting a lead-based hazard investigation and may remove samples of objects necessary for laboratory analysis. If the householder refuses admission to the premises, the department may obtain an administrative warrant from a court of competent jurisdiction to investigate the premises. This section also applies to secondary residences and any other premises routinely occupied by the child.

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Legislative History

HISTORY: 1979 Act No. 78, SECTION 9; 1993 Act No. 181, SECTION 1121; 2005 Act No. 142, SECTION 1, eff June 7, 2005.

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