(A) During transportation, an animal must not be confined in one area for more than twenty-four consecutive hours without being adequately exercised, rested, fed, and watered. The time may be extended reasonably when an act of God causes a delay. The animal must be provided adequate space and ventilation.

(B) A dog or cat under eight weeks of age must not be imported or exported without being accompanied by its dam.

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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 47-1-200

  • Animal: means a living vertebrate creature except a homo sapien. See South Carolina Code 47-1-10
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.

(C) A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not less than two hundred nor more than five hundred dollars or imprisoned for not more than thirty days, or both.