S.C. Code Ann. Regs. 52-709 – Respondent’s Answer to Complaint.

A. Upon the issuance of a hearing notice, the Respondent may, but is not required, to file an answer.
B. Each allegation made in the complaint and hearing notice is deemed denied; provided, however that special and affirmative defenses shall be made by responsive pleading no later than 30 days from the date of service of the hearing notice.

HISTORY: Added by State Register Volume 21, Issue No. 6, Part 2, eff June 27, 1997.