The bill H. 3152 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 56-5-4905, which mandates that all motor vehicles operated on highways must be equipped with speedometers that are maintained in good working order. The bill establishes a penalty for violations, categorizing the offense as "Improper Equipment - Speedometer," with a fine of up to twenty-five dollars for those convicted.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that individuals charged with operating a vehicle at a speed exceeding the posted limit by twenty miles per hour or less, who can demonstrate that their speedometer was not functioning properly at the time of the offense, will be charged under the new provision instead of the original speeding violation. This legislation is set to take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 56-5-4905
Latest Version: 56-5-4905