(A) It is unlawful to knowingly make a false report of abuse or neglect. (B) A person who violates subsection (A) is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not more than five thousand dollars or imprisoned not more than ninety days, or both.
Knowingly making false report
S.C. Code Ann. § 63-7-440, under Title 63, Chapter 7.
S.C. Code Ann. § 63-7-440