S.C. Code Ann. § 50-13-1189
It is unlawful for any person to have in his possession game fish or fishing tackle capable of catching game fish while fishing for nongame fish with nongame tackle authorized for use by this chapter. The provisions of this section do not apply to a person whose nongame tackle consists of bows and arrows or cast nets.
HISTORY: 1981 Act No. 170, Section 1; 1986 Act No. 333, Section 1; 1993 Act No. 181,Section 1263.