South Carolina License Law

In South Carolina, a licensee convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude may face:

AOnly a small fine
BLicense suspension or revocation and inability to renew the license✓ Correct
CNo consequences since criminal matters are separate from licensing
DOnly additional continuing education requirements

Explanation

A crime involving moral turpitude (fraud, theft, embezzlement, etc.) can result in license suspension or revocation in South Carolina. SC law requires licensees to report convictions and gives SCREC authority to discipline based on criminal conduct.

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