South Carolina Obstruction of Federal Audit is a criminal offense that occurs when a person willfully interferes with a federal audit. This offense can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the obstruction. Types of obstruction of federal audit include hindering access to records, destroying documents, failing to provide requested information, or providing false or misleading information. It is also illegal to retaliate against a federal auditor for performing their duties. Penalties for obstruction of a federal audit can include fines, prison time, or both.