Property Ownership
In South Carolina, 'police power' as applied to real estate means the government can:
AEnter property without a warrant
BRegulate property use for health, safety, and welfare without payment✓ Correct
CTake property without compensation
DGrant property rights to law enforcement
Explanation
Police power allows government to regulate land use (zoning, building codes, environmental regulations) for the public good without paying compensation, as long as all economically viable use is not eliminated.
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