South Carolina Governor declares state of emergency for Tropical Storm Debby, activating price gouging law.
Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency for South Carolina due to Tropical Storm Debby, leading to the activation of the state's price gouging law. This law, in effect until the state of emergency ends, prohibits vendors from charging excessive prices during disasters. Violators face a $1,000 fine and/or up to 30 days in jail. Consumers are encouraged to document information, including time, place, and nearby prices, and report suspected price gouging to the South Carolina Attorney General's office.
August 04, 2024
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