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The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) regulates driver's licenses in the state, and its website offers a wealth of information for drivers, including licensing requirements and local rules. Most driver's licenses in South Carolina are valid for eight years and cost $25. When applying for a license, individuals must provide their social security number and proof of identity, US citizenship, and date of birth. Additionally, South Carolina law allows individuals to register as organ and tissue donors when applying for or renewing their driver's license.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| License validity | 8 years |
| License cost | $25 |
| Requirements | Social security number, proof of identity, US citizenship, date of birth |
| Organ donor registration | Optional; a red heart is added to the license if the driver consents |
| Medical information disclosure | Information on a driver's license pertaining to a permanent medical condition may be released to law enforcement, emergency medical services, hospital personnel, the medical advisory board, permitted entities, and the person to whom the records apply |
| License restrictions | The SCDMV can place restrictions or conditions on someone's driver's license suitable to the person's driving ability |
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What You'll Learn
Organ/tissue donor registration
Organ and tissue donor registration in South Carolina is facilitated by Donate Life South Carolina, which is authorised by the State of South Carolina under Article 14 Statute 44-43-1410.
The South Carolina Donor Registry allows residents who are at least 18 years old to register their consent to donate all or specific organs and tissues upon their death. Those between 13 and 17 years old can also join, but their parents or legal guardians will make the final decision about donation.
Registration can be done online or at the DMV when applying for or renewing a driver's license or ID card. The form will include the question, "Do you wish to be an organ and tissue donor?" Answering "yes" automatically enrols the applicant in the South Carolina Donor Registry, and a red heart and circle will be printed on their driver's license or ID card.
Donors can specify donation limitations, such as opting out of donating for research purposes. They can also change their personal information, password, or remove their name from the registry at any time.
The South Carolina Donor Registry is exclusively administered by Donate Life South Carolina, which also receives funds for operating costs, public awareness campaigns, and educational programs to promote organ and tissue donation.
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Medical condition disclosure
In South Carolina, applicants for a beginner's permit, driver's license, or ID card may voluntarily disclose certain medical conditions. This information is kept in the driver's department records and on their driver's license, and is intended for emergency medical services and hospital personnel. The disclosure of medical conditions is not mandatory, but it can help emergency personnel better assist the customer in times of need.
To add a medical condition to their driving records, customers must submit a completed 'Voluntary Disclosure of a Medical Condition' (SCDMV Form 447-CAD) signed by a licensed physician in South Carolina. Once disclosed, a caduceus medical symbol will be printed on the back of the customer's card.
The information contained in a person's driver's license and records pertaining to their permanent medical condition is protected by the Drivers Privacy Protection Act (DPPA) of 1994. This Act prohibits the release or use of personal information by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and its employees. The DPPA sets penalties for violations and makes violators liable for civil action by the individual to whom the information pertains. The Act also requires states to get permission from individuals before their personal motor vehicle record may be sold or released to third-party marketers.
In South Carolina, there is also a Medical Advisory Board composed of thirteen members. One member is selected by the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Environmental Control, ten members are appointed by the South Carolina Medical Association, and the remaining two members are appointed by the South Carolina Driver and Vehicle Standards Commission.
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Driving history checks
Driving records in South Carolina are maintained by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). When applying for a driver's license in South Carolina, the SCDMV will check your driving history in other states. If you are a new resident of South Carolina, you must surrender your out-of-state driver's license when applying for a new one. The SCDMV may request a copy of your driving record from the state that issued your previous license, and this will become part of your driving record in South Carolina.
You can request a copy of your driving record from the SCDMV website. The record will now have a revised watermark that includes a "certified" statement bearing the agency Executive Director's signature. The cost of obtaining a copy of your driving record is $6, and you will need to provide your date of birth, driver's license number and issue date, and Social Security number. You may also request a copy by mail by completing a Request for Driver Information (SCDMV Form MV-70).
To obtain the full driving record of another driver, you must have their consent or have a specific reason for the information as outlined under the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act of 1994. The full report costs $10.
Auto insurance companies in South Carolina generally do not check your driving record when providing a quote. However, they will check your driving record when you purchase auto insurance.
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Vision test requirements
South Carolina requires drivers to undergo vision screening at each renewal. The driver must have at least 20/40 visual acuity in the better eye, with or without corrective lenses, and a minimum visual field of 115 degrees in the horizontal meridian. For monocular drivers, the visual field must be 40 degrees nasally and 75 degrees temporally.
The SCDMV conducts a simple eye test to determine if an individual has 20/40 vision or better. If the individual fails the SCDMV vision screening, they must have their eyes examined by a licensed eye care professional to determine if their eyesight meets South Carolina's vision requirements. If an individual's sight can be improved by wearing lenses or treatment, they may obtain a driver's license that allows them to drive only while wearing them.
The eye care professional must submit the vision exam results electronically to the SCDMV. After passing the exam, the individual can renew their license online or at an SCDMV branch office. Drivers who wear contacts or glasses will have an "A" printed on their licenses.
The Certificate of Vision Examination is valid for 36 months from the date of the exam. The SCDMV offers vision screenings at all its branches. An in-person screening can be waived if a South Carolina-licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist submits the driver's vision examination results electronically. Only out-of-state eye care professionals can complete the paper version of the Certificate of Vision Examination (SCDMV Form 412-NC/412-CDL) and provide it to drivers.
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License restrictions
In South Carolina, there are several license restrictions in place for minors, i.e., individuals under the age of 17. The graduated driver's license program is designed for people aged 15 to 17, allowing them to develop their driving skills gradually. Initially, there are restrictions on nighttime and unsupervised driving, but these are lifted over time as the driver gains experience and demonstrates safe driving behaviour.
For individuals aged 16 to 17 who have met the requirements, including holding a beginner's permit for at least 180 days, passing a driver's education course, and completing at least 40 hours of driving practice (including 10 hours at night), a Special Restricted license may be obtained. This license is valid only for driving during daylight hours, and the driver must be accompanied by a licensed adult aged 21 or older after 6 pm (8 pm during daylight saving time). The Special Restricted license holder is also not permitted to drive between midnight and 6 am unless accompanied by a licensed individual.
To obtain a Conditional license, individuals aged 15 to 16 must pass a vision test and a road test. With this license, drivers are allowed to drive at any time as long as they have no traffic offenses or at-fault collisions on their record. After holding a Conditional or Special Restricted license for one year without incidents, drivers will earn full driving privileges at the age of 17.
It is important to note that certain information on a driver's license and in the driver's department records, such as permanent medical conditions, organ and tissue donor status, and blood type, is confidential and exempt from disclosure under the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act. This information is only released to authorized entities, including law enforcement, emergency medical services, hospital personnel, and the person to whom the records apply.
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Frequently asked questions
When getting a driver's license in South Carolina for the first time, you must provide your social security number and present original or government-issued copies of documents that prove your identity, US citizenship, and date of birth.
You must complete a Form 412-NC Certificate of Vision Examination for Non-Commercial Beginner Permits or Driver's Licenses. If you can't pass the vision test at the DMV, you'll be asked to take an additional exam by an eye care professional.
Most driver's licenses in South Carolina are valid for eight years and cost $25.
