Bill > H4301

This bill amends South Carolina law to require individuals convicted of certain driving under the influence (DUI) offenses to maintain a high-level automobile liability insurance policy for one year following their conviction. Specifically, the bill mandates that drivers convicted under Sections 56-5-2930 or 56-5-2933 (which likely relate to DUI violations) must have an insurance policy with coverage of $250,000 for bodily injury to one person, $500,000 for bodily injury to multiple persons, and $250,000 for property damage in any single accident. The insurance carrier must file proof of this financial responsibility directly with the Department of Motor Vehicles. This legislation aims to increase financial accountability and protection for potential victims of drivers who have previously been convicted of driving under the influence, by requiring them to carry substantially higher insurance coverage than standard minimum requirements. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor, adding a new section to the state's motor vehicle insurance regulations.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4301&session=126&summary=B