S.C. Code Ann. § 44-53-1485
Civil penalties
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A person who violates a provision of this article or a final determination or order of the department issued pursuant to this article is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed one thousand dollars a day.
Under S.C. Code Ann. § 44-53-1485, any person who fails to comply with the requirements set out in this article, or who disregards a final determination or order issued by the department under this article, may be subject to a civil penalty of up to one thousand dollars for each day the violation continues. The penalty is not a fixed fine but an ongoing daily exposure that accumulates as long as noncompliance persists. This provision applies broadly to any person covered by the article, not just landlords or tenants specifically.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under the scope of S.C. Code Ann. § 44-53-1485 generally maintain compliance by adhering to all requirements of this article and promptly responding to any final determinations or orders issued by the department. Because the civil penalty can accrue at up to $1,000 per day, operators typically treat departmental orders as time-sensitive and document their corrective actions carefully. Keeping records of compliance efforts and communications with the department is a practice commonly associated with reducing exposure under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
S.C. Code Ann. § 44-53-1485 establishes that violations of this article—or failures to follow the department's final orders—can result in daily civil penalties against the responsible party, which may include a landlord or property operator. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider filing a complaint with the relevant state department that administers this article, as the department holds authority to issue binding determinations and orders. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with South Carolina housing and health regulations can help tenants understand what options may be available to them.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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