H4301

Motor vehicle liability insurance

Introduced·4/3/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina H4301 mandates higher auto insurance coverage for those convicted of driving under the influence.

South Carolina H4301 amends the state's motor vehicle laws to require individuals convicted of driving under the influence to maintain higher minimum auto insurance coverage. Specifically, it mandates coverage of $250,000 for bodily injury to one person, $500,000 for bodily injury to two or more persons, and $250,000 for property damage in any one accident. This requirement applies for one year following the conviction. The insurance carrier must file proof of financial responsibility with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 4

9:30 AM

Senate Joint Bond Review Committee

Jan 28

10:00 AM

Senate Joint Bond Review Committee

History

Apr 10, 2025

House

Recalled from Committee on Judiciary

Apr 10, 2025

House

Committed to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

Apr 8, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Kilmartin