SC DMV Traffic Laws and Road Rules 3

Question 1

What is the penalty for a first offense of failure to stop for a school bus in South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

Fine of up to $500 and possible license suspension

Answer

A first conviction for passing a stopped school bus in SC can result in a fine up to $500 and discretionary suspension of driving privileges.

Question 2

In SC, what is the required minimum following distance when driving behind an emergency vehicle that has just passed you?

Accepted Answer

500 feet

Answer

South Carolina law prohibits following any emergency vehicle closer than 500 feet when it is responding with lights and sirens.

Question 3

Which lane should you use for passing on a multilane highway in South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

The left lane

Answer

Passing should be done in the left lane on multilane highways; slower traffic should keep right.

Question 4

When may you drive with your high-beam headlights on in South Carolina?

Accepted Answer

When no oncoming traffic is within 500 feet

Answer

High beams must be dimmed when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet or when following another vehicle within 200 feet.

Question 5

In South Carolina, a driver must turn on headlights how many minutes after sunset?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes after sunset

Answer

SC law requires headlights to be turned on from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise.

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