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Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina
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Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina

Most motorcycle laws in South Carolina are outlined in Article 29 of the Code of South Carolina Motorcycle Laws. It is a three-page document highlighting the current laws in effect for motorcyclists within the state of South Carolina. The more important clauses are mentioned below:

 

SECTION 56‐5‐3640. Motorcycle entitled to full use of lane; riding two or more abreast; overtaking and passing; operation in other instances.

  

(a) All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle shall be driven in such a manner as to deprive any motorcycle of the full use of a lane. This shall not apply to motorcycles operated two abreast in a single lane.  

(b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken.  

(c) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic, or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.  

(d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.  

(e) Items (b) and (c) shall not apply to police officers in the performance of their official duties.  

 

SECTION 56‐5‐3650. Footrests; rearview mirror.

  

(A) Any motorcycle carrying a passenger, other than in a sidecar or enclosed cab, must be equipped with footrests for its passenger.  

(B) A person shall not operate any motorcycle unless it is equipped with a rearview mirror which will afford the operator ample vision to the rear at all times.

 

SECTION 56‐5‐3670. Goggles or face shields shall be worn by operators under age twenty‐one; list of approved goggles and face shields.  

It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of twenty‐one to operate a two‐wheeled motorized vehicle unless he wears goggles or a face shield of a type approved by the Department of Public Safety.   The department is hereby authorized to adopt and amend regulations covering types of goggles and face shields and the specifications therefore and to establish and maintain a list of approved goggles and face shields which meet the specifications as established hereunder.

 

SECTION 56‐5‐3660. Helmets shall be worn by operators and passengers under age twenty‐one; helmet design; list of approved helmets.

 

It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of twenty‐one to operate or ride upon a two‐wheeled motorized vehicle unless he wears a protective helmet of a type approved by the Department of Public Safety.  Such a helmet must be equipped with either a neck or chin strap and be reflectorized on both sides thereof. The department is hereby authorized to adopt and amend regulations covering the types of helmets and the specifications therefore and to establish and maintain a list of approved helmets which meet the specifications as established hereunder. 

 

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Jason Waechter, The Motorcycle Lawyer℠, is a prominent national attorney specializing in motorcycle law for over 26 years. He has written several books dealing with the subject including the highly-regarded preeminent source of knowledge on motorcycle litigation, titled “Litigating Motorcycle Injury and Death Cases.” He also devotes considerable time to giving back to the motorcycle community and has created several organizations of continuing education including the Motorcycle Accident Prevention Campaign, the Bystander-Medical Assistance Class, and the Motorcycle Legal Education Program. If you or a loved one is injured in a motorcycle accident in South Carolina, call Jason and his Motorcycle Lawyer Network at 1-877-BIKER-LAW.

 

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South Carolina motorcyclists are protected under South Carolina motorcycle law that makes negligent drivers responsible and liable to South Carolina motorcyclists. A biker who is involved in a South Carolina motorcycle accident may obtain compensation for his or her injuries that were caused by the other driver’s negligence. Damages may include payment for pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, economic loss, no fault benefits, and more. What follows are some of the relevant law involving motorcycles in the State of South Carolina.

 

If you sustained an injury due to a South Carolina motorcycle accident and you haven’t contacted a lawyer about your South Carolina motorcycle accident, the best thing you can do for yourself is contact us NOW. We’ll listen to you and help you understand your options. If you have a case, we’ll help you find the best motorcycle accident injury attorney or law firm in your area. As an attorney who litigates these cases, I belong to many trial lawyer and motorcycle lawyer groups and have gone out of my way to find the best motorcycle attorneys in each state. Even the phone call is free, and there is no obligation. Don’t wait until it’s too late, make a simple call and talk to attorney Jason Waechter, The Motorcycle Lawyer.  1-877-Biker-Law (1-877-245-3752).

 

*There are many exceptions, special definitions and complex issues that cannot be explained in this material. It is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Your legal rights greatly depend on the facts of your accident.

 

*Law changes constantly. Do not rely on this information. Law is vast and can not be covered in this limited space.

 

***Law portion of site in progress. South Carolina motorcycle law regarding South Carolina motorcycle accidents is being drafted and will be updated soon. Please call our firm for a free consultation to see if you have a case.

 

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