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SC H3149
Bill
Status
1/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Todd Rutherford
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AI Summary
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Removes criminal misdemeanor classification and imprisonment penalties (up to 30 days) for speeding violations, replacing them with fines only ranging from $15-$200 depending on how many miles per hour over the limit
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Eliminates misdemeanor status and imprisonment for window tint violations; professional window tinters face fines of at least $1,000 per violation, consumers face fines of at least $200 per violation
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Amends general motor vehicle violation penalties to remove misdemeanor classification and 30-day imprisonment option, leaving only fines up to $100 for violations without other specified penalties
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Repeals Section 56-5-730, which classified certain motor vehicle offenses as misdemeanors
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Takes effect upon Governor's approval
Legislative Description
Motor vehicle offenses decriminalized
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/14/2025