S.C. Code § 16-3-410

Current through 2024 Act No. 225.
Section 16-3-410 - Sending or accepting challenge to fight

It is unlawful for a person to challenge another to fight with a sword, pistol, rapier, or any other deadly weapon or to accept a challenge.

A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be imprisoned not more than two years. A person convicted under this section is deprived of the right of suffrage, and is disabled from holding any office of honor or trust in this State.

S.C. Code § 16-3-410

1993 Act No. 184, Section 88; 1880 (17) 501; R. S. 125; G. S. 2468; Cr. C. '02 Section 125; Cr. C. '12 Section 153; Cr. C. '22 Section 15; 1932 Code Section 1117; 1942 Code Section 1117; 1952 Code Section 16-61; 1962 Code Section 16-61.