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S.C. Code Ann. § 47-3-960: Intentional injury, disability, or death; penalties.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 47 - ANIMALS, LIVESTOCK, AND POULTRY
- CHAPTER 3 Dogs and Other Domestic Pets
- ARTICLE 15 Protection of Guide Dogs
(A) It is unlawful for a person to intentionally injure, disable, or cause the death of a guide dog or service animal, except in the case of self-defense or humane euthanasia.
(B) A person who violates subsection (A) is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not more than five thousand dollars or imprisoned not more than three years, or both.
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