The bill H. 3155 aims to regulate the use of automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems in South Carolina by adding a new section, 23-1-235, to the South Carolina Code of Laws. It defines key terms related to ALPR systems, including "alert," "captured plate data," and "governmental entity." The bill stipulates that only specific entities, such as law enforcement agencies and parking enforcement entities, may utilize ALPR systems, and it outlines the permissible locations for installation. Additionally, it restricts the use of captured plate data to specific purposes, mandates that such data must not be retained for more than ninety days, and requires that it be updated every twenty-four hours.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits the sale, trade, or exchange of captured plate data by governmental entities, with the exception that law enforcement agencies may share data indicating evidence of an offense with other agencies. Violations of these provisions are classified as misdemeanors, punishable by imprisonment for up to one year. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 23-1-235
Latest Version: 23-1-235