South Carolina Drunk Driving Laws and Statistics

South Carolina Drunk Driving Laws

• BAC Limit: 0.08
• Enhanced Penalty BAC Level: 0.18
• Zero Tolerance Level: 0.02
• Implied Consent Law: Yes
• License Suspension 1st Offense: 6 Months
• License Suspension 2nd Offense: 1 Year
• License Suspension 3rd Offense: 2 Years
• Mandatory Jail Time: After 2nd Offense
• Mandatory Alcohol Education: Possible
• Mandatory Alcohol Treatment: Possible
• Ignition Interlock Device: Yes
• Vehicle Confiscation: After 4th Offense
• Hardship License: No
• Open Container Law: For driver and passengers

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