The bill H. 3136 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws regarding the suspension of driver's licenses in relation to appeals of convictions. It introduces a new section, 56-1-557, which stipulates that if a person appeals a conviction that necessitates the suspension of their driver's license, the suspension will be stayed during the appeal process or while a petition for rehearing is pending. This provision is designed to protect individuals from losing their driving privileges while they seek to contest their convictions.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 56-1-365 to clarify that the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) cannot suspend a person's driver's license if it does not receive notice of a conviction requiring suspension within thirty days of that conviction. This change ensures that individuals are not unfairly penalized due to administrative delays in communication between the courts and the DMV. Overall, the bill seeks to provide fairer treatment for individuals facing license suspensions due to legal convictions.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 56-1-557, 56-1-365
Latest Version: 56-1-557, 56-1-365