South Carolina § 51-23-20 - Parks and Recreation Fund, allocation of proceeds.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 51-23-20 — Parks and Recreation Fund, allocation of proceeds., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51-23-20. Parks and Recreation Fund, allocation of proceeds.
The proceeds of the Parks and Recreation Development Fund (Fund) established pursuant to Section 12-21-4200 must be allocated annually as follows:
(1) Twenty thousand dollars must be credited to the account of each county area.
(2) Seventy-five percent of the remainder of the Fund must be credited to the account of each county area on a per capita basis according to the population estimates for counties prepared annually by the Bureau of the Census and published in "Current Population Reports".
(3) The remainder of the Fund must be allocated to the account of the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. Amounts allocated to individual accounts in the Fund must be distributed as provided in Sections 51-23-30 and 51-23-40.
HISTORY: 1987 Act No. 202 SECTION 3.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 51-23-20
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 51-23-20 cover?
Section 51-23-20 ("Parks and Recreation Fund, allocation of proceeds.") 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 § 51-23-20?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 51-23-20" (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 § 51-23-20 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.