South Carolina Contraband in Prison includes any item that is prohibited from being in a prison's possession. This includes illegal drugs, weapons, cell phones, alcohol, tobacco, tools, and any other items that could be used to cause harm or assist in an escape. In South Carolina, the most commonly found contraband items are cell phones, drugs, and weapons. Other types of contraband that are prohibited in South Carolina prisons include counterfeit goods, pornographic materials, stolen property, explosives, and items designed for gambling. Punishments for having contraband in prison can range from fines and extended sentences to disciplinary action and permanent loss of privileges.