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flag South Carolina lawmakers unanimously passed major DUI reforms to reduce alcohol-related deaths, including felony charges, ignition interlocks, and child support mandates.

flag South Carolina senators unanimously passed Senate Bill 52 on February 4, 2026, advancing sweeping DUI reforms aimed at reducing the state’s high rate of alcohol-related traffic fatalities. flag The legislation strengthens penalties for impaired driving, including elevating certain offenses to felonies, mandating ignition interlock devices for refusals, and requiring trained prosecutors in DUI cases. flag It closes legal loopholes that hinder convictions, improves evidence standards, and implements "Bentley’s Law" to mandate child support when a caregiver is killed or disabled by an impaired driver. flag The bill now moves to the House for consideration, with advocates urging swift passage to address ongoing public safety concerns.

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