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SC H3536
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bill Taylor
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AI Summary
- Prohibits drivers from holding or physically supporting a mobile electronic device while operating a vehicle on public highways, including reading, composing, or sending texts, emails, or watching videos
- Creates the offense of "distracted driving" with fines of $100 for first offense and $200 plus 2 points on driving record for second or subsequent offenses within three years
- Exempts drivers who are lawfully parked, reporting emergencies, using hands-free navigation or voice calls, first responders on duty, and those using manufacturer-installed vehicle equipment
- Restricts law enforcement from searching devices, vehicles, or making custodial arrests solely for violations of this section; officers must have reasonable suspicion to stop a driver
- Requires a 90-day warning period after the act takes effect, highway signage at interstate entrances, and annual demographic reporting on all citations issued
Legislative Description
South Carolina Hands Free Act
Last Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: M.M.Smith, Davis, Holman, B.L.Cox
2/5/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary12/5/2024
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