South Carolina Child Labor in Entertainment & Performing Arts
Child labor laws on South Carolina and Federal levels have special provisions that apply to underage performers in the entertainment industry such as child actors, models, singers, etc. Due to the nature of the work and the established need for child performers, entertainment industry child labor laws tend to be less strict than general child labor regulations.
Regulation of child labor in the entertainment industry may include specification of whether or not employment certificates are required, mandatory consent from a parent or guardian, restricions on the type of work that can be done, and more.
South Carolina's Child Labor Laws for Entertainment & Performing Arts
Under South Carolina law, a work permit is not required for minors to be employed in the entertainment industry.
Child labor in the entertainment industry is regulated in South Carolina law, under 71-3105-d.
The provisions of this Article do not apply with respect to any employee engaged as an actor or performer in motion pictures; radio or television productions, or theatrical productions.
Other South Carolina Child Labor Laws
In addition to laws specifically regulating minors employed in the entertainment industry, South Carolina law has a variety of regulations that cover child labor in general. To learn more, see South Carolina child labor laws.
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