South Carolina Code 34-41-120. Wilful violations; referral for criminal prosecution
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Attorney's Note
Under the South Carolina Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
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| Class B misdemeanor | up to 2 years |
Terms Used In South Carolina Code 34-41-120
- Board: means the State Board of Financial Institutions. See South Carolina Code 34-41-10
- Cashing: means providing currency for payment instruments but does not include the bona fide sale or exchange of travelers checks and foreign denomination payment instruments. See South Carolina Code 34-41-10
- Person: means an individual, partnership, association, or corporation. See South Carolina Code 34-41-10
The board, upon a determination that a violation of § 34-41-20 is wilful, may refer a violation to the Attorney General or to the appropriate circuit solicitor for criminal prosecution. A violation of § 34-41-20 by a person required to obtain a license pursuant to this chapter is a Class B misdemeanor and each transaction involving the unlawful cashing of a check, draft, or money order constitutes a separate offense.