South Carolina state law restricts recreational drone use over correctional facilities and prohibits drone harassment of hunters and anglers. Federal FAA rules govern airspace, but state law adds specific criminal restrictions.
Under SC Code 24-3-965, operating an unmanned aerial vehicle within a horizontal distance of 500 feet or vertical distance of 250 feet of a state or local correctional facility without permission is a misdemeanor. SC Code 50-1-300 prohibits using drones to interfere with lawful hunting, fishing, or trapping. Federal FAA Part 107 and recreational rules govern altitude, registration, and pilot requirements. Local ordinances may regulate launch and landing on city property but cannot regulate flight of aircraft, which remains exclusive federal jurisdiction.
Drone violations near prisons: misdemeanor, up to 30 days jail and $500 fine, with vehicle seizure. Hunter harassment: misdemeanor with fines $50-$500 plus possible license suspension under SC Code 50-1-300.
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