South Carolina Harwell RICO (Word) is a set of laws designed to help the state of South Carolina combat and prosecute organized crime. It is modeled after the federal RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) Act, and it is specifically tailored to South Carolina's needs. South Carolina Harwell RICO (Word) allows the state to investigate, prosecute, and punish individuals or organizations who are involved in criminal activities. This includes racketeering, money laundering, and other organized criminal activities. The law also provides for asset forfeiture and criminal forfeiture, which allows the state to seize and liquidate any assets that have been used in connection with criminal activity. It also provides for increased penalties for certain crimes, such as drug trafficking and extortion. South Carolina Harwell RICO (Word) is composed of three distinct statutes: the South Carolina Criminal Racketeering Act, the South Carolina Money Laundering Act, and the South Carolina Criminal Forfeiture Act.