(A) A claim for punitive damages must be specifically prayed for in the complaint. (B) The plaintiff shall not specifically plead an amount of punitive damages, only that punitive damages are sought in the action.
Claims for punitive damages must be prayed for in complaint; amount shall not be specifically plead
S.C. Code Ann. § 15-32-510, under Title 15, Chapter 32.
S.C. Code Ann. § 15-32-510