S0854Introduced in the Senate
Safety Belt Violations
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 Penalties For Safety Belt Violations, So As To Provide That Violations Are Admissible As Evidence In A Civil Action If The Violation Is A Proximate Cause Of The Claimed Damages.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
January 28, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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