(A) It is unlawful to park any vehicle in a parking place clearly designated for handicapped persons unless the vehicle bears the distinguishing license plate or placard as provided in S.C. Code 1976, § 56-3-1960, as amended.
(B) It is unlawful for any person who is not handicapped or who is not transporting a handicapped person to exercise the parking privileges granted handicapped persons pursuant to S.C. Code 1976, § 56-3-1960, as amended.
(C) Any person violating the provisions of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not less than $100 nor more than $200 or imprisoned for not more than 30 days for each offense.
(D) For purposes of this section HANDICAPPED shall be defined as any person who:
(1) Has an obvious physical disability that impairs the ability to walk or requires the use of a wheelchair, braces, walkers or crutches;
(2) Has lost the use of one or both legs;
(3) Suffers from lung disease to such an extent that he is unable to walk without the aid of a respirator;
(4) Is disabled by an impairment and mobility; or
(5) Is determined by the Social Security Administration or the Veteran's Administration to be totally and permanently disabled.
(Ord. 18-06, passed 5-7-18)