South Carolina Acquiring Drugs by Fraud is a criminal offense in the state of South Carolina. It involves obtaining, or attempting to obtain, a controlled substance or drug through deception, fraud, or misrepresentation. This includes activities such as forging a prescription, using a stolen prescription, or altering a valid prescription. Additionally, it includes activities such as doctor shopping, in which an individual visits multiple doctors to obtain multiple prescriptions, or using the internet to purchase drugs without a valid prescription. Types of South Carolina Acquiring Drugs by Fraud include prescription fraud, pharmacy fraud, and internet fraud.