# S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-70: SECTION 48-39-70. Cooperation of other agencies and commissions; administration of oaths; subpoenas

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-70

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-70
- **Heading:** SECTION 48-39-70. Cooperation of other agencies and commissions; administration of oaths; subpoenas
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 48 / Chapter 39 / Section 48-39-70

## Text

(A) All other state and local agencies and commissions shall cooperate with the department in the administration of enforcement of this chapter. All agencies currently exercising regulatory authority in the coastal zone shall administer such authority in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and rules and regulations promulgated thereunder. (B) The department, in the discharge of its duties may administer oaths and affirmations, take depositions and issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, correspondence, memoranda and other records deemed necessary in connection with the work of the department. The only exception shall be, that information considered proprietary by the applicant. If in the opinion of the department a proper decision cannot be rendered without the submission of such proprietary information, the department shall be empowered to execute an agreement on confidentiality with the applicant and such information shall not be made a part of the public record of current or future proceedings. (C) In case the contumacy by any person or refusal to obey a subpoena issued to any person, any circuit court of this State or circuit judge thereof within the jurisdiction of which such person guilty of contumacy or refusal to obey is found, resides or transacts business, upon application by the department, may issue to such person an order requiring him to appear before the department to produce evidence if so ordered or give testimony touching the matter under investigation. Any failure to obey an order of the court may be punished as a contempt hereof. Subpoenas shall be issued in the name of the department and signed by the department director. Subpoenas shall be issued to such persons as the department may designate.

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-10 SECTION 48-39-10. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-10.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-20 SECTION 48-39-20. Legislative declaration of findings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-20.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-30 SECTION 48-39-30. Legislative declaration of state policy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-30.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-35 SECTION 48-39-35. Coastal Division created.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-35.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-45 SECTION 48-39-45. Coastal Zone Management Advisory Council created; membership; duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-45.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-50 SECTION 48-39-50. Powers and duties of department.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-50.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-60 SECTION 48-39-60. Department of Natural Resources to provide additional personnel.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-60.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-70 SECTION 48-39-70. Cooperation of other agencies and commissions; administration of oaths; subpoenas.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-70.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-80 SECTION 48-39-80. Development of coastal management program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-80.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-85 SECTION 48-39-85. "Adopt-a-Beach" program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-85.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-90 SECTION 48-39-90. Public hearings on management plan.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-90.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-100 SECTION 48-39-100. Plan developed in cooperation with local governments.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-100.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-110 SECTION 48-39-110. Submission of plan by State Ports Authority.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-110.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-120 SECTION 48-39-120. Development of beach erosion control policy; issuance of permits for erosion control structures; removal of structures; limitation on development of property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-120.md)

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