# S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2934: SECTION 56-5-2934. Compulsory process to obtain witnesses and documents; breath testing software

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2934

## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2934
- **Heading:** SECTION 56-5-2934. Compulsory process to obtain witnesses and documents; breath testing software
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 56 / Chapter 5 / Article 23 / Section 56-5-2934

## Text

Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a person charged with a violation of Section 56-5-2930, 56-5-2933, or 56-5-2945 who is being tried in any court of competent jurisdiction in this State has the right to compulsory process for obtaining witnesses, documents, or both, including, but not limited to, state employees charged with the maintenance of breath testing devices in this State and the administration of breath testing pursuant to this article. This process may be issued under the official signature of the magistrate, judge, clerk, or other officer of the court of competent jurisdiction. The term "documents" includes, but is not limited to, a copy of the computer software program of breath testing devices. SLED must produce all breath testing software in a manner that complies with any and all licensing agreements. This section does not limit a person's ability to obtain breath testing software directly from the manufacturer or distributor.

## Nearby sections

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- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2920 SECTION 56-5-2920. Reckless driving; penalties; suspension of driver's license for second or subsequent offense.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2920.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2930 SECTION 56-5-2930. Operating motor vehicle while under influence of alcohol or drugs; penalties; enrollment in Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program; prosecution.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2930.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2933 SECTION 56-5-2933. Driving with an unlawful alcohol concentration; penalties; enrollment in Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program; prosecution.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2933.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2934 SECTION 56-5-2934. Compulsory process to obtain witnesses and documents; breath testing software.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2934.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2935 SECTION 56-5-2935. Right to jury trial.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2935.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2936 SECTION 56-5-2936. Implementation of compulsory testimony requirement postponed; training of employees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2936.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2941 SECTION 56-5-2941. Ignition interlock device.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2941.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2942 SECTION 56-5-2942. Vehicle immobilization after conviction for subsequent violation of Sections 56-5-2930, 56-5-2933, or 56-5-2945; immobilized defined; identity of immobilized vehicle; surrendering of license plates and registration; release of vehicle; hearing; penalties; fees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2942.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2945 SECTION 56-5-2945. Offense of felony driving under the influence; penalties; "great bodily injury" defined.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2945.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2946 SECTION 56-5-2946. Submission to testing for alcohol or drugs.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2946.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2947 SECTION 56-5-2947. Child endangerment; definition; penalties; jurisdiction; evidence for taking child into protective custody.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2947.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2948 SECTION 56-5-2948. Field sobriety tests.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2948.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-2949 SECTION 56-5-2949. Policies, procedures and regulations on the SLED internet website.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2949.md)

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T56_C5_A23_S56-5-2934. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.