How do South Carolina driver's license points work? This question is about Points on Driver’s License

South Carolina driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In South Carolina, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like driving in the wrong lane. For major violations, like reckless driving, drivers will get six points. Driver’s License Points Per Violation in South Carolina Violation Number of Points Assigned Driving in improper lane 2 Operating vehicle in an unsafe condition 2 Improper dangerous parking 2 Speeding 10 mph or less over the limit 2 Following too closely 4 Failing to give signal or giving improper signal when stopping, turning, or suddenly decreasing speed 4 Turning unlawfully 4 Passing unlawfully 4 Driving on wrong side of road 4 Failing to yield right of way 4 Speeding 10-25 miles per hour over the limit 4 Speeding more than 25 miles per hour over the limit 6 Hit & run, property damage only 6 Passing stopped school bus 6 Reckless driving 6 Other Key Things to Know About Points in South Carolina If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in South Carolina. Driver’s license points in South Carolina expire after 12 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance. To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

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South Carolina driver’s license points work as part of a system that identifies and takes action against high-risk drivers by assigning a specific number of points for different types of traffic violations. In South Carolina, drivers accumulate two points for minor violations like driving in the wrong lane. For major violations, like reckless driving, drivers will get six points.

Driver’s License Points Per Violation in South Carolina

Violation	Number of Points Assigned
Driving in improper lane	2
Operating vehicle in an unsafe condition	2
Improper dangerous parking	2
Speeding 10 mph or less over the limit	2
Following too closely	4
Failing to give signal or giving improper signal when stopping, turning, or suddenly decreasing speed	4
Turning unlawfully	4
Passing unlawfully	4
Driving on wrong side of road	4
Failing to yield right of way	4
Speeding 10-25 miles per hour over the limit	4
Speeding more than 25 miles per hour over the limit	6
Hit & run, property damage only	6
Passing stopped school bus	6
Reckless driving	6

Other Key Things to Know About Points in South Carolina

If you are convicted of a moving violation in another state, points for that violation will be added to your driving record in South Carolina.

Driver’s license points in South Carolina expire after 12 months. However, until they expire, you may still see higher insurance premiums, especially for major violations like DUI’s and reckless driving. Knowing when your points expire will help you understand when you may see a drop in your premiums or when it may be a good time to shop for new insurance.

To learn more, check out WalletHub’s guide to points on driver’s licenses.

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How long do points stay on your license in South Carolina?

Points stay on your license for 12 months in South Carolina. After they expire, license points will no longer affect your driving privileges, so it’s worth keeping track of how much longer your points will last.

License points are designed to penalize drivers for unsafe behavior, and different moving violations will result in a different number of points in each state. For example, in South Carolina, speeding 1-10 miles per hour over the limit will result in two points.... read full answer

Accumulating too many points too quickly can lead to serious consequences like fines and license suspensions. Drivers might also be classified as a high-risk to insure or be required to file an SR-22. In South Carolina, 12 points in 12 months will result in a license suspension.

Driving license points are also important because insurance companies check driving records to determine how much risk a driver presents. Customers with more violations on their record will be charged a higher premium since they are considered more likely to file a claim.

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How can I get points off my license in South Carolina?

You can get points off your license in South Carolina by taking an approved driving course. South Carolina allows drivers who fit certain eligibility requirements to complete a driving course in order to remove four points. Driving courses that reduce your license points might also be called traffic school or ... read full answer defensive driving classes.

South Carolina Point-Reduction Course Eligibility Requirements

Points can only be reduced once in a three year period

Drivers can only take a course to prevent a suspension before the suspension actually begins

Car insurance companies generally check your driving record to determine your risk as a customer. However, your premium has more to do with the violations on your record than the exact number of points on your license. As a result, you can keep your premium from increasing if you take a driving course that prevents a moving violation from going on your record.

Some insurers also give discounts for completing an approved defensive driving class even if it does not affect your license points or driving record. For more information, check out WalletHub’s guide to traffic school.

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How can I check my driving record in South Carolina?

You can check your driving record in South Carolina by going to the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles website and requesting a copy of your driving record. It costs $6 to purchase a copy of your South Carolina driving record online. You will need to provide your date of birth, driver's license number and issue date, and Social Security number. Some states like Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio allow residents to check their driving record for free.... read full answer

How to Check Your Driving Record in South Carolina

Go to the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles website.

Provide your personal information.

Pay any applicable fees.

Driving records are important for insurance purposes because car insurance companies charge higher premiums for customers with a history of violations or accidents. For instance, a single speeding ticket increases premiums by an average of 28% in South Carolina. Checking your driving record can help you verify that the information is correct.

It’s also a good idea to see when a violation occurred, because insurance companies generally look at the past three to five years of your driving record. Once insurance companies stop taking the violation into account, you should compare quotes again to be sure you’re still getting the best rate on the coverage you need.

For more information, check out WalletHub’s guides to driving record checks and driver’s license points.

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