This chapter does not apply to a misappropriation occurring before July 1, 1997, or a continuing misappropriation that began before July 1, 1997.
S.C. Code Ann. § 39-8-130
Retroactive application of chapter
Known as the South Carolina Trade Secrets Act
The act spans §§ 39–39 (13 sections).
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case Williams v. Riedman (2000)
Most recently applied in Williams v. Riedman (February 2000)
1997 Act No. 38, SECTION 1, eff May 21, 1997.
Official source: South Carolina Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain South Carolina statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.