Public Conduct in Berkeley County, SC (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Berkeley County, South Carolina.
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Loitering Rules
Berkeley County bans loitering at every public boat landing it operates, alongside disorderly conduct, loud music and public intoxication. The Sheriff's Office and Code Enforcement write citations, and a conviction under this article carries up to a $500 fine and 30 days in jail.
Loitering Ban at Boat Landings, Berkeley County
Some RestrictionsBerkeley County Code of Ordinances § 38-154
The following activities are prohibited at all public boat landings located in Berkeley County: (1)Blocking or obstructing any public pier, dock, wharf, or boat launching ramp...(4)Setting off fireworks;(5)Loitering;(6)Disorderly conduct;(7)Loud music;(8)Grilling with an open flame;...(19)Littering. Upon conviction, anyone found guilty of littering shall be subject to a fine and/or imprisonment...
Public Alcohol Use
Between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., Berkeley County bars, clubs, stores, and beer parlors licensed for on-premises drinking cannot sell, serve, or allow alcohol consumption, and patrons cannot drink from or hold an open container on those premises. County Code § 38-3 also bars operating or keeping such an establishment open during those hours.
Berkeley County 2 AM to 6 AM Alcohol Ban
Some RestrictionsBerkeley County Code of Ordinances § 38-3
Between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., on the premises of any private or nonprofit club, bar, any store, beer parlor, or other place or entity of business or commercial establishment authorized by law to sell beer, ale, porter, wine, and/or alcoholic liquor for the on-premises consumption thereof, it shall be unlawful for: (1)An owner, employee, or person in charge thereof to sell for co...
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