S0280Introduced in the Senate
Safety belts, evidence admissibility in civil action
Introduced by Shane Massey, District 25
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 56-5-6540, Relating To The Admissibility As Evidence Of Negligence In A Civil Action Regarding The Use Of Safety Belts, So As To Remove The Provision That A Violation Of Certain Provisions Relating To Safety Belts Is Not Negligence Per Se Or Contributory Negligence, And To Remove The Provision That A Violation Is Not Admissible As Evidence In A Civil Action.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
January 28, 2025
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Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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