SC S0704

Redefines "emergency scene" to include locations where emergency vehicles are conducting law enforcement, fire protection, emergency medical care, or property recovery/restoration activities

Requires drivers approaching stationary emergency vehicles with flashing lights to change lanes if possible, or reduce speed to 20 mph below the posted limit (or 5 mph if the limit is under 25 mph)

Creates tiered penalties for violations: misdemeanor with $75-$200 fine for no damage/injury; $300-$500 fine for property damage or injury; felony with $5,100-$10,100 fine and 30 days to 15 years imprisonment for great bodily injury; felony with $10,000-$25,000 fine and 1-25 years imprisonment if death results

Adds point assessments to driving records: 2 points for violations without damage, 4 points for violations causing property damage or injury, 6 points for violations causing great bodily injury or death

Provides an exception from citation if the violation results from mechanical failure of the driver's vehicle or negligence by emergency personnel or another person