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SC H3531

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Pope

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Adds text messaging to the list of prohibited forms of 911 abuse, making it unlawful to text 911 in such volume as to disrupt emergency service

  • Retains existing prohibitions against using profane or harassing language on 911, calling to annoy dispatchers, failing to hang up to disrupt service, and making false reports

  • Violation constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months imprisonment, a fine up to $200, or both

  • Amends Section 23-47-80 of the South Carolina Code of Laws

Legislative Description

911 Call Abuse

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

1/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/5/2024

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