South Carolina consumer dispute guide
Deadlines, dollar limits, and statutes that decide consumer disputes in South Carolina.
Security deposit law in South Carolina
Deposit must be returned within 30 days. Bad-faith retention may result in up to 3x the deposit amount plus attorney fees.
Statute: S.C. Code § 27-40-410 · Penalty exposure: up to 3x the deposit
Key consumer protection statutes
- • South Carolina Deceptive Trade Practices / Consumer Protection Act
- • S.C. Code § 27-40-410 — security deposits
- • Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1681 (federal)
- • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 (federal)
- • Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. § 2301 (federal)
Dispute types available in South Carolina
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