South Carolina permit test: distracted & drowsy driving
Phone and texting laws, other distractions and fatigue. 5 questions.
Under South Carolina's Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, which of these is allowed while driving?
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Sample distracted & drowsy driving questions
Under South Carolina's Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act, which of these is allowed while driving?
- A Holding the phone to your ear for a call
- B Talking on a call through an earpiece
- C Watching a short video while traffic moves
- D Reading a text message at a quick glance
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B. Talking on a call through an earpiece
South Carolina's hands-free law bans holding or supporting a phone, reading or sending texts, and watching moving images while driving on a public road. It does not restrict earpieces or wrist-worn devices used for voice calls.
A driver tucks a phone between shoulder and ear to talk while driving. Does this break South Carolina's hands-free law?
- A Only if the driver is under 18 years old
- B No, because neither of the driver's hands is touching the phone
- C Yes, supporting the phone with any body part is banned
- D No, because voice calls are always allowed
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C. Yes, supporting the phone with any body part is banned
The Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act bans physically holding or supporting a mobile device with any part of your body. A phone pinned against your shoulder still counts, so use an earpiece or mount instead.
What is the penalty for a first violation of South Carolina's Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act?
- A A $100 fine
- B A $50 fine
- C A $200 fine and two points
- D A written warning only
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A. A $100 fine
A first violation of the hands-free law costs a $100 fine. Second and later offenses cost $200 and add two points to your driving record.
A driver is caught texting while driving for the second time. What penalty does South Carolina set?
- A A $100 fine and no points
- B A $200 fine and two points on the record
- C A 30-day license suspension
- D A $200 fine and four points on the record
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B. A $200 fine and two points on the record
Second and subsequent hands-free violations bring a $200 fine and two points on your driving record. Points add up and can lead to suspension, especially for young drivers.