The provisions of this chapter do not apply to:

(1) an entity that designs, sells, manufactures, or distributes alarm systems or products unless the entity sells, markets, services, or installs alarm systems at a client’s residence or business;

Terms Used In South Carolina Code 40-79-310

  • Contractor: means an entity licensed to engage in the burglar or fire alarm system business. See South Carolina Code 40-79-20
  • Entity: means a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, cooperative, corporation, or other legal entity authorized by law and approved by the board. See South Carolina Code 40-79-20
  • Installs: means activity or work which involves the set-up, installation, or connection of alarm system equipment in any manner to a client's property. See South Carolina Code 40-79-20

(2) an entity that owns and installs an alarm system on property owned or leased for itself;

(3) any alarm device which is installed in a motor vehicle, aircraft, or boat;

(4) battery-powered or one hundred ten volt smoke detectors;

(5) a mechanical contractor who holds an electrical contractor’s license and designs, installs, and services a fire alarm system;

(6) anyone that responds to burglar alarm or fire alarm systems; and

(7) camera, card access, or walk-through alarm systems.

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