Investigation and report

S.C. Code Ann. § 43-5-430, under Title 43, Chapter 5.

S.C. Code Ann. § 43-5-430

The county department shall make an investigation and examination of the circumstances of such child. Such investigation and examination shall be made in accordance with rules prescribed by the State Department. A report of such investigation and examination shall be made in writing and shall become a part of the records of the county department.