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Driving Regulations In South Carolina

Visitors and Drivers License Requirements
Non-resident drivers from other states, such as students and military personnel and their dependents living temporarily in South Carolina, may drive in South Carolina without obtaining a South Carolina driver’s license by maintaining home state driver’s license and tags.

Seat Belt And Child Safety Seat Usage
Seat belts must be worn by all passengers and drivers. Children under the age of 6 years must ride in an appropriate child safety seat.

Speed Limits In South Carolina
The maximum un-posted speed limit in an urban district or residential area is 30 miles per hour. The maximum un-posted speed limit in a rural area is fifty-five miles per hour except when a higher limit is allowed by the federal law.

Helpful Telephone Numbers In Charleston
Here are some telephone numbers you may find useful during your trip in Charleston.

Police, Fire, Ambulance (emergency): 911

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