All state, county, and municipal officers depositing funds that accrue interest in a bank or other depository shall account to the respective governing body for all interest collected upon these deposits.

A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined in the discretion of the court or imprisoned not more than three years.

Terms Used In South Carolina Code 11-1-20

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.