H5092

Driving Under the Influence

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina H5092 mandates restitution for lost wages and child support for victims of DUI resulting in death.

South Carolina H5092 amends the state's DUI laws by requiring courts to order restitution for lost wages or permanent impairment of the power to work and earn money for victims of DUI resulting in death. Additionally, if the victim was a parent or guardian of a minor child, the court must order the defendant to pay child support until the child reaches twenty-two years of age. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Feb 4

House

Introduced and read first time

Feb 4

House

Referred to Committee on Judiciary