(AMM) S.C. mulling law change to make copper theft a felony.

The article reveals that South Carolina is seeking amendments for House Bill 3660 to strengthen its penalties for those charged with copper thefts. A recycler from the state explained that copper purchases will be limited to a fixed location, leading to fewer customers for recyclers with numerous locations. Moreover, the amendments suggest that it is illegal to buy copper from anyone without a license, except if the party is a secondary metals recycler, while anyone transporting more than 25 pounds of copper would be required to have a bill of sale.