Section 5-25-340. Right to enter premises.

SC Code § 5-25-340 (2019) (N/A)
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The local inspector shall at all times have the right to enter any dwelling, store or other building and premises to inspect them, without molestation from anyone. Provided, that a private dwelling or premise may not be entered without permission, unless there exists probable cause to believe that a violation of provisions respecting fire laws, or there exists imminent danger to the occupant thereof.

HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 47-1184; 1952 Code Section 47-1184; 1942 Code Section 7481; 1932 Code Section 7481; Civ. C. '22 Section 4596; 1917 (30) 77; 1960 (51) 1646; 1975 (59) 613.