South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-20 - Communicable Diseases
Section 61-20.14 - Public Health Orders, Law Enforcement and Appeal Process

A. In addition to its authority provided for by statute or as otherwise provided for by regulation, the Department may issue separate orders to enforce the provisions of this regulation for the purpose of suppressing nuisances, Communicable, Contagious and Infectious Diseases, and other dangers to the public health.

B. The Director or his or her designee may request assistance from state and local law enforcement authorities in enforcing orders issued pursuant to this regulation, who must aid and assist the Director and the Department in carrying out such orders.

C. Except as otherwise provided by law, any person to whom an order is directed under this regulation may appeal the order of the Department to any court having jurisdiction. At any hearing on appeal, the person shall be provided the opportunity to present and to cross-examine witnesses. The person appealing from such order may be represented by an attorney of his or her choosing. The person or his or her attorney shall have access to any documents relied upon by the Department in issuing the order. Any order which is appealed shall remain in full force and effect throughout the pendency of the appeal.