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South Carolina Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Conditional: South Carolina requires a helmet only for operators and passengers under 21; riders 21 and older are exempt.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

South Carolina requires a helmet only for operators and passengers under 21; riders 21 and older are exempt. See SC Code 56-5-3660.

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