S.C. Code Regs. § § 73-130
Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024
Section 73-130 - Storage of Controlled Substance EvidenceA. Controlled substance evidence must be stored in a secure repository.B. The secure repository must be accessible only by a limited number of authorized persons.C. Inventory control procedures must be employed so that a proper accounting can be provided for all items of controlled substance evidence that are stored within the secure repository.D. All controlled evidence stored in the secure repository shall be securely packaged so that individual items of controlled substance evidence from one case do not become mixed with or contaminated by evidence from any other case.E. The exterior of each large outer package of controlled substance evidence shall be plainly and legibly marked with unique identification such as the law enforcement agency case number, defendant's name, Forensic Laboratory case number, or any other unique identifier.F. The use of drop boxes is permitted.G. If a drop box is used, the chain of custody record must indicate its use.H. If a drop box is used, only properly marked sealed packages of controlled substance evidence may be placed in the drop box; no loose controlled substances may be placed therein.Added by State Register Volume 18, Issue No. 4, eff April 22, 1994.