South Carolina Safe Schools Act

South Carolina Safe Schools Act

The South Carolina Safe Schools Act of 1990 makes it a criminal offense to distribute a controlled substance while in, on, or within a radius of one-half mile of the grounds of a public school. The penalty is a $10,000 fine or 10 years imprisonment or both. Carrying a weapon on school property is a felony which carries up to a $5,000 fine and a maximum prison term of five years.

The Act also provides that it is unlawful for anyone to knowingly and willfully deliver or convey to a public official, teacher, or principal any letter, document, etc., which contains a threat of death or bodily harm to the person or a member of the person’s immediate family.

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTIVE CONCERNING WEAPONS, ILLEGAL DRUGS, ALCOHOL, AND VIOLENCE IN OUR SCHOOLS
Students or visitors who violate school district policy/ state board policy/state law with regard to weapons, illegal drugs, alcohol, and/or violent behavior at school or school activities may face the following action:
1. EXPULSION: The student will be suspended immediately and recommended for expulsion. 2. ARREST AND PROSECUTION: The law enforcement authority having jurisdiction over the school will be contacted.
3. NOTIFICATION: The Superintendent and Director of Student Affairs will be notified immediately.