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AI Summary
The bill regulates AI in surveillance systems, includes judicial oversight, restricts data storage on third-party servers, and outlines penalties for non-compliance.
Business Impact
If you operate video surveillance systems, you must ensure data is not stored on third-party servers by January 1, 2025, or face penalties.
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In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
The South Carolina Community Data Protection and Responsible Surveillance Act regulates surveillance systems, prohibiting AI for vehicle tracking unless a warrant is obtained.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits surveillance systems storing data on third-party servers.
- Restricts AI use for tracking vehicles unless a warrant is obtained or there is an immediate threat to public safety.
- Mandates publication of annual reports detailing surveillance activities and compliance.
- Specifies penalties for non-compliance.
- Includes provisions for surveillance data retention and storage, limiting retention to 90 days unless part of an ongoing investigation.
- Incorporates judicial oversight for surveillance activities, requiring a warrant.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 127)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Alexander | Primary |
| Allison | Primary |
| Anderson | Primary |
| Atkinson | Primary |
| B. Cox | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Ensure all surveillance data is stored on secured servers within South Carolina.
Who: State and local law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Contracts contrary to this requirement are void.
Who: State and local law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Contracts contrary to this requirement are void.
Obtain a search warrant before accessing surveillance data.
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Unauthorized access is a misdemeanor.
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Unauthorized access is a misdemeanor.
Publish annual transparency reports on ALPR usage.
Who: Law enforcement agencies operating ALPR systems
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Subject to administrative penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Law enforcement agencies operating ALPR systems
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Subject to administrative penalties for non-compliance.
Full Legal Analysis
The South Carolina Community Data Protection and Responsible Surveillance Act establishes comprehensive regulations for surveillance systems by state and local entities. It prohibits storing surveillance data on third-party servers and restricts the use of AI for tracking vehicles unless a warrant is obtained or there is an immediate threat to public safety. The bill mandates annual reporting detailing surveillance activities and compliance measures and specifies penalties for non-compliance. Judicial oversight is a critical component, requiring a warrant for surveillance activities and ensuring legal compliance and accountability. The bill also includes provisions for surveillance data retention and storage, requiring data to be retained for no longer than 90 days unless part of an ongoing investigation.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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