South Carolina § 61-3-140 - Enforcement.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 61-3-140 — Enforcement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 61-3-140. Enforcement.
Section effective January 1, 2026.
The division and the department are responsible for enforcement of the provisions of this chapter. The department is responsible for bringing administrative actions for violations of the provisions of this chapter or related regulations, and those actions shall proceed according to the provisions of Section 61-2-260 and the South Carolina Administrative Procedures Act.
HISTORY: 2025 Act No. 42 (H.3430), SECTION 3.A, eff January 1, 2026.
Editor's Note
2025 Act No. 42, SECTION 11, provides as follows:
"SECTION 11. This act takes effect January 1, 2026, and applies only to causes of action or claims arising or accruing after January 1, 2026, and applies to all policies issued after that date, other than Section 61-4-523 which takes effect upon approval by the Governor."
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 61-3-140
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 61-3-140 cover?
Section 61-3-140 ("Enforcement.") 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 § 61-3-140?
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Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
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How does South Carolina § 61-3-140 apply to my situation?
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