S.C. Senate passes bill allowing guns in businesses that serve
alcohol  COLUMBIA - State senators approved a bill Tuesday that
would allow people to take guns into businesses that serve
alcohol — but only under certain conditions.  Under a compromise
that led to the measure's passage, no firearms would be
permitted in bars and restaurants serving alcohol between
midnight and 5 a.m. Business owners also could post signs
stating that no weapons are allowed at any time.  Otherwise,
customers with concealed-weapon permits could carry guns in
these businesses as along as they do not consume beer, wine or
liquor. They also would not be allowed to linger near a bar or
other area where alcoholic drinks are prepared.  Anyone
violating these conditions would face a fine of up to $3,000 and
as long as three years in prison. People with concealed-weapon
permits who break the rules also would have their permits
revoked for five years.  The compromise, which is based on a
Florida law, was included in an amendment that sena