South Carolina USE OF INTERSTATE FACILITIES IN MURDER-FOR-HIRE is a crime that occurs when someone uses interstate facilities such as the mail, telephone, telegraph, or other forms of communication to plan, solicit, or carry out a murder-for-hire. This includes using the mail or telephone to send money, messages, or other items that help facilitate the murder or act as an incentive for it. In South Carolina, this crime is punishable by up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. There are two types of South Carolina USE OF INTERSTATE FACILITIES IN MURDER-FOR-HIRE: (1) aiding and abetting, and (2) solicitation. Aiding and abetting involves providing assistance or advice to someone planning a murder-for-hire, while solicitation occurs when someone attempts to induce or encourage another person to commit a murder-for-hire.