The bill H. 3142 seeks to amend Section 56-1-460 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to penalties for driving offenses when a person's driver's license is canceled, suspended, or revoked. The proposed changes include revising the penalties for third or subsequent offenses, specifically increasing the fine to one thousand dollars and allowing for imprisonment of up to ninety days or confinement to a person's residence under the Home Detention Act for the same duration. Additionally, it stipulates that no part of the imprisonment or home detention term may be suspended by the trial judge, except in cases where the court suspends a term upon successful completion of home detention conditions.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the provisions for first or second offenses, allowing individuals who are employed or enrolled in a college or university to apply for a route-restricted driver's license during their suspension. This license would permit them to drive only to and from their place of work or education, provided they can demonstrate that they live more than one mile from these locations. The bill aims to enhance accountability for repeat offenders while also providing a pathway for those pursuing education or employment to maintain their responsibilities during a suspension period.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 56-1-460
Latest Version: 56-1-460