# S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-230: SECTION 50-18-230. Regulation of commercial aquaculture

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-230

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-230
- **Heading:** SECTION 50-18-230. Regulation of commercial aquaculture
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 50 / Chapter 18 / Article 2 / Section 50-18-230

## Text

It is unlawful for a person to engage in aquaculture for a commercial purpose except as provided in this title.

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-210 SECTION 50-18-210. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-210.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-215 SECTION 50-18-215. Authority of the Department of Natural Resources; permits and licenses; exclusion of saltwater species.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-215.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-220 SECTION 50-18-220. Out-of-state aquaculturists and common carriers; permits, licenses, and proper documentation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-220.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-225 SECTION 50-18-225. Possession, sale, and purchase of freshwater game fish and aquaculture products.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-225.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-230 SECTION 50-18-230. Regulation of commercial aquaculture.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-230.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-235 SECTION 50-18-235. Application and issuance of aquaculture permits; permitted activities; factors considered for issuance; separate facilities; exemptions; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-235.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-240 SECTION 50-18-240. Cost and validity of permit; fees, fines, and forfeitures placed in special account; penalties; appeal.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-240.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-245 SECTION 50-18-245. Requirements to engage in aquaculture of nonindigenous species.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-245.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-250 SECTION 50-18-250. Inspection of facilities; hindering or failure to comply with request of agent; display or on-site filing of permit.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-250.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-255 SECTION 50-18-255. Wholesale aquaculture licenses; license year; cost; exemption for individuals holding current aquaculture permits; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-255.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-260 SECTION 50-18-260. Aquacultured game fish retail license; application and issuance; display of license; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-260.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-265 SECTION 50-18-265. Invoices, receipts, and bills of lading; inspections; documentation and record retention; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-265.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-270 SECTION 50-18-270. Intentional release of imported species into public waterways; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-270.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 50-18-275 SECTION 50-18-275. Freshwater game fish acquired for brood stock.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T50_C18_A2_S50-18-275.md)

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