South Carolina Code 17-5-110. Coroner or deputy coroner may carry pistol or other handgun
Current as of: 2023 | Check for updates
|
Other versions
Terms Used In South Carolina Code 17-5-110
- Coroner: means the person elected or serving as the county coroner pursuant to Section 24 of Article V of the South Carolina Constitution, 1895, this chapter, and Chapter 7 of Title 17. See South Carolina Code 17-5-5
- Deputy coroner: means a person appointed pursuant to § 17-5-70. See South Carolina Code 17-5-5
A coroner or deputy coroner, while engaged in official duties of his office, is authorized to carry a pistol or other handgun. He is considered so engaged when going to or returning from the actual performance of his duties. However, coroners and deputy coroners must be certified and trained by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division in the proper use of handguns.