Terms Used In South Carolina Code 61-6-4510

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
Municipal police officers have the power of constables to enforce the provisions of this article, except § 61-6-4720, in cases arising within the municipal limits; and in addition, have all powers to enforce these provisions as they have to enforce municipal ordinances. When in fresh and continuous pursuit of a suspect for violations of these provisions occurring within the municipal limits, police officers may follow and arrest the suspect anywhere in the State.