S.C. Code § 44-53-1910

Current through 2024 Act No. 120.
Section 44-53-1910 - Definitions

As used in this article:

(1) "Controlled substance" has the same meaning as provided in Section 44-53-110.
(2) "Drug or alcohol-related overdose" means an acute condition, including mania, hysteria, extreme physical illness, coma, or death resulting from the consumption or use of a controlled substance, alcohol, or another substance with which a controlled substance or alcohol was combined, that a layperson would reasonably believe to be a drug or alcohol overdose that requires medical assistance.
(3) "Seeks medical assistance" means seeking medical assistance by contacting the 911 system, a law enforcement officer, or emergency services personnel.

S.C. Code § 44-53-1910

Added by 2017 S.C. Acts, Act No. 95 (SB 179), s 1, eff. 6/10/2017.