EJEngine Journal
Menu
← All state rulesSC

South Carolina
Driver Guide

South Carolina issues conditional licenses as young as 15 with driver education. The state has mandatory hurricane evacuation routes — and when they're activated, specific driving rules apply.

Open saved handbook URL
Passing score80%300 local practice questions
WHAT MAKES THIS STATE DIFFERENT

Rules to remember

  • Conditional driver's license at 15 with driver education
  • Must follow hurricane evacuation route signs when activated
  • No texting while driving
  • Seat belt is secondary enforcement for rear passengers
OVERVIEW

Before you drive

South Carolina allows conditional driving at 15 with driver ed. The state has hurricane evacuation driving procedures. Insurance minimums are 25/50/25.