S.C. Code Ann. § 55-1-230: Unlawful to enact ordinances in conflict with this section or FAA regulations; exemptions.

(A) No municipality, county, or other political subdivision may enact ordinances that conflict with this section or FAA regulations. However, a municipality, county, or other political subdivision may impose reasonable restrictions on the takeoff and landing sites and the operation of drones on or above public property within their jurisdictions that are not otherwise covered by this article.

(B) The provisions of this article do not apply to military, detention facility, or correctional facility personnel operating a drone within the scope of their employment or official duties, provided that these operations comply with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration regulations and all other applicable federal aviation requirements.