South Carolina fully implemented the Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act on Feb. 28, which requires all people who are driving a vehicle to be completely hands-free of any mobile device when driving ...
A bill filed on the first day of this year's General Assembly looks to expand the state's texting-while-driving ban. The proposed legislation would prohibit nearly all hand-held mobile device use ...
The South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act took effect on Sept. 1, 2025. But the warning period ends Feb. 28.
COLUMBA, S.C. (WCBD) – The South Carolina Department of Public Safety has announced a new Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Law to prevent distracted driving. Offenders could expect fines starting ...
South Carolina's Hands-Free Driving Law will be fully enforced starting February 28, 2026. The law prohibits holding a mobile device, texting, or watching videos while driving. Drivers are permitted ...