South Carolina Broadcasting Obscene Language is when a person or entity broadcasts obscene language over the airwaves in the State of South Carolina. This includes radio, television, satellite, or cable broadcasts that contain obscene language. Obscene language includes words that are considered offensive or profane, such as swear words and graphic descriptions of sexual or violent acts. South Carolina Broadcasting Obscene Language is a felony offense and can result in fines and jail time. There are two types of South Carolina Broadcasting Obscene Language: Criminal Broadcasting Obscene Language and Civil Broadcasting Obscene Language. Criminal Broadcasting Obscene Language is when a person or entity deliberately broadcasts obscene language over the airwaves, and is subject to criminal penalties. Civil Broadcasting Obscene Language is when a person or entity broadcasts obscene language unintentionally or as a result of negligence, and is subject to civil penalties.