S.C. Code § 44-29-60

Current through 2024 Act No. 225.

Section 44-29-60 - Sexually transmitted diseases declared dangerous to public health; infection of another with sexually transmitted disease

Sexually transmitted diseases which are included in the annual Department of Health and Environmental Control List of Reportable Diseases are declared to be contagious, infectious, communicable, and dangerous to the public health. Sexually transmitted diseases include all venereal diseases. It is unlawful for anyone infected with these diseases to knowingly expose another to infection.

1988 Act No. 490, Section 3; 1919 (31) 30; Cr. C. '22 Section 438; 1932 Code Section 1493; 1942 Code Section 5044; 1952 Code Section 32-591; 1962 Code Section 32-591.