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16-13-170 – 16-13-170 | South Carolina Law

Learn about South Carolina's 16-13-170 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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16-13-170 – 16-13-170

South Carolina Code of Laws § 16-13-170

Summary
SECTION 16-13-170. Entering house or vessel without breaking with intent to steal; attempt to enter. It is unlawful for a person to: (1) enter, without breaking, or attempt to enter a house or vessel, with intent to steal or commit any other crime; or (2) conceal himself in a house or vessel, with intent to commit a crime. A person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of a felony and, upon conviction, must be fined in the discretion of the court or imprisoned not more than ten y
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