South Carolina · South Carolina Code — Title 56, Motor Vehicles

S.C. Code (Motor Vehicles) § 56-5-2942: Vehicle immobilization after conviction for subsequent violation of Sections 56-5-2930, 56-5-2933, or 56-5-2945; immobilized defined; identity of immobilized vehicle; surrendering of license plates and registration; release of vehicle; hearing; penalties; fees

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes a vehicle immobilization process (suspension of registration and license plates for 30 days) for residents convicted of a second or subsequent violation of specified traffic offenses, with procedures for release and exceptions.

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