South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 73 - SOUTH CAROLINA LAW ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
Article 1 - IMPLIED CONSENT TEST
Section 73-2.1 - Suggested Procedures for Obtaining and Handling Blood and Urine Samples
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 3, March 22, 2024
A. Obtaining and Handling Blood and Urine Samples. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) recommends the following procedures by which blood and urine samples are to be obtained and handled if such samples are taken from persons arrested for DUI (1976 Code 56-5-2930 or 56-5-2950, as amended) and are taken under authority of 1976 Code 56-5-2950, as amended. Other procedures that meet appropriate medical standards are acceptable as well.
B. Reimbursement Procedures. The cost for obtaining a urine or blood sample shall be set by the Chief of SLED. Reimbursement for obtaining samples shall be made by mailing a copy of the SLED Urine/Blood Collection Report form for each sample collected. More than one collection report may be submitted with each invoice.
C. Suggested Procedures for Obtaining and Handling Urine Samples by Individuals so Authorized, Using Appropriate Collection Materials.
Note: Step 2 should be performed in view of subject and a witness of same sex.
D. Suggested Procedures for Obtaining and Handling Blood Samples by Individuals so Authorized, Using Appropriate Collection Materials.