South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 123 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Here’s an overview of South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 123 – Department of Natural Resources, as outlined in Title 123 of the S.C. Code Regs:
📘 Structure of Chapter 123
Article
Title
Sections
Article 1
Boating Division
§§ 123‑1 – 123‑19.32 (law.cornell.edu)
Article 2
Marine Resources Division
§§ 123‑20 – 123‑36
Article 3
Wildlife & Fresh Water Fisheries (Hunting)
§§ 123‑40 – 123‑60
Article 4
Game & Fresh Water Fisheries (Fishing)
§§ 123‑100 – 123‑131
Article 5
Non‑Game & Endangered Species
§§ 123‑150 – 123‑170
Article 5.5
Dept‑owned/‑leased Land Regs
§§ 123‑200 – 123‑211
Article 6
Warning Tickets (repealed)
§ 123‑601
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🔍 Notable Regulations
Boating Division (Art. 1): Covers vessel safety laws, no‑wake zones, and waterway restrictions (e.g. Lake Marion, Shem Creek) (law.justia.com).
Marine Resources (Art. 2): Includes commercial gear rules—crab pot tags, channel nets, shellfish permits, eel/catfish gear restrictions (§§ 123‑33 to 123‑34, 123‑127) (law.cornell.edu).
Hunting Regulations (Art. 3): Details wildlife management area rules, seasons for deer, turkeys, crows, bears, and depredation permits (law.justia.com).
Fishing Rules (Art. 4): Outlines freshwater fishing restrictions, creel limits, trout handling in restaurants, reciprocal Georgia‑SC agreements, eel/catfish fisheries .
Non‑Game & Endangered Species (Art. 5): Lists threatened/endangered wildlife (e.g., sea turtles, bald eagles, manatees, salamanders) and sets permit and penaltial conditions for handling or taking any listed species (animallaw.info).
Land Use (Art. 5.5): Defines allowed activities (e.g., designated camping), liability, and permit processes on DNR‑owned/leased properties (regulations.justia.com).
✅ How to Access Full Text
For the complete text and exact provisions, including histories and amendments, access the official PDF:
Chapter 123 PDF (SC Statehouse) – “CHAPTER 123 Department of Natural Resources” (scstatehouse.gov)
Alternatively, browse via Justia or Cornell LII:
Justia Regs listing: “South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 123 – Department of Natural Resources” (regulations.justia.com)
Cornell LII: overview and section navigation
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