South Carolina § 24-3-920 - Capture of escaped inmates, rewards.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 24-3-920 — Capture of escaped inmates, rewards., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24-3-920. Capture of escaped inmates, rewards.
The Director of the Department of Corrections may award up to two thousand dollars for information leading to the capture of each escaped inmate. Funds to support such awards shall be generated from monies or things of value used as money found in the unlawful possession of a prisoner and confiscated as contraband by the Department of Corrections.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 55-358; 1952 Code SECTION 55-358; 1942 Code SECTION 1981; 1932 Code SECTION 1979; Cr. C. '22 SECTION 963; Cr. C. '12 SECTION 976; Cr. C. '02 SECTION 689; G. S. 2734; R. S. 570; 1881 (17) 952; 1960 (51) 1917; 1979 Act No. 132, SECTION 3; 1993 Act No. 181, SECTION 429; 2008 Act No. 353, SECTION 2, Pt 14B, eff July 1, 2009; 2010 Act No. 237, SECTION 34, eff June 11, 2010.
Effect of Amendment
The 2008 amendment in the first sentence substituted "may award up to two thousand dollars for information leading to" for "shall offer a reward of one hundred dollars for"; and added the second sentence relating to the source of the reward funds.
The 2010 amendment substituted "escaped inmate" for "escaped convict".
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 24-3-920
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 24-3-920 cover?
Section 24-3-920 ("Capture of escaped inmates, rewards.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Carolina § 24-3-920?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 24-3-920" (South Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.
How does South Carolina § 24-3-920 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Carolina.