What are the South Carolina laws and penalties for a DUI conviction?
•· Misdemeanor •· 48 Hours to 30 Days in jail or 48 Hours Public Service •· A fine of $400 •· No suspension of the fine or minimum sentence •· License suspended for six (6) months (provisional license available) •· ADSAP SECOND SC DUI OFFENSE: •· Misdemeanor •· Five (5) Days to One (1) Year not less than 30 days Public Service •· $2,100 to $5,100 fine (no suspension of fine to less than $1,100) •· License suspended for one (1) year (route restricted may be available) •· Vehicle immobilization required •· SR22 for Three Years •· ADSAP THIRD SC DUI OFFENSE OR ABOVE: •· Misdemeanor •· 60 Days – 3 Years •· $3,800 to $6,300 (no suspension to less than $2,100) •· License suspended for two (2) years (if within 5 years of DUI 1st suspended for 4 years) (route restricted may be available) •· Motor vehicle forfeited •· Vehicle immobilization required •· SR22 for Three Years •· ADSAP These convictions will remain on your record for your life. They will count against you for sentencing purposes fo
