South Carolina § 50-5-2540 - Activities prohibited while under commercial suspension.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 50-5-2540 — Activities prohibited while under commercial suspension., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-5-2540. Activities prohibited while under commercial suspension.
(A) It is unlawful for a person whose commercial privileges are suspended under this chapter:
(1) to take or attempt to take saltwater fish for commercial purposes; or
(2) to be on board any vessel while the vessel is being utilized to take or in an attempt to take saltwater fish for commercial purposes. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined five thousand dollars or imprisoned for not more than thirty days, and all saltwater privileges must be suspended for an additional period of five years.
(B) No person for whom a saltwater privilege is suspended may purchase or acquire, or attempt to purchase or acquire, a license, permit, or stamp for any privilege which has been suspended. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not less than two hundred dollars nor more than five hundred dollars or imprisoned for not more than thirty days and by extension of the suspension period for twelve months.
(C) No court may suspend any portion of the minimum fines or lengths of imprisonment provided in this section.
HISTORY: 2000 Act No. 245, SECTION 13.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 50-5-2540
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 50-5-2540 cover?
Section 50-5-2540 ("Activities prohibited while under commercial suspension.") 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 § 50-5-2540?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 50-5-2540" (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 § 50-5-2540 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.