South Carolina Code 16-3-1800. Arrest upon violation of restraining order
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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 16-3-1800
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
Law enforcement officers shall arrest a defendant who is acting in violation of a restraining order after service and notice of the order is provided. An arrest warrant is not required.