S.C. Code § 43-5-25

Current through 2024 Act No. 225.
Section 43-5-25 - Wilful use of payment for purpose not in best interests of child; protective payee

Any person, other than a needy child, who wilfully and knowingly receives or uses any part of a payment of aid to dependent children for a purpose other than in the best interest of the needy children and any eligible caretaker is deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined not more than five hundred dollars or be imprisoned for not more than one year or both.

If such misuse occurs, a protective payee will be appointed in accordance with Section 43-5-65 to manage assistance funds intended for the otherwise eligible child.

S.C. Code § 43-5-25

1997 Act No. 133, Section 7, eff 6/11/1997; 1978 Act No. 549.