South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 16. Crimes and Offenses (Chs. 1 — 27)
Chapter 11. Offenses Against Property (Arts. 1 — 9)
Article 6. Protection of Persons and Property Act (§§ 16-11-410 — 16-11-450)

§ 16-11-430. Definitions.

As used in this article, the term:

(1) “Dwelling” means a building or conveyance of any kind, including an attached porch, whether the building or conveyance is temporary or permanent, mobile or immobile, which has a roof over it, including a tent, and is designed to be occupied by people lodging there at night.

(2) “Great bodily injury” means bodily injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious, permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of a bodily member or organ.

(3) “Residence” means a dwelling in which a person resides either temporarily or permanently or is visiting as an invited guest.

(4) “Vehicle” means a conveyance of any kind, whether or not motorized, which is designed to transport people or property.

 

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