South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 90 - DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Here’s a detailed overview of Chapter 90 – Department of Motor Vehicles from the South Carolina Code of Regulations, updated as of the latest version effective May 24, 2024 (law.cornell.edu):
📘 Chapter Structure & Major Articles
Article 1 – Motorist Insurance Identification Database (§ 90‑001 to 90‑012)
Establishes the SC Automobile Liability Insurance Reporting (SC‑ALIR) System:
Requires insurers and agencies to report auto liability coverage/cancellations electronically via SC‑ALIR (FTP, VAN, web) (scstatehouse.gov).
Transactions include notice of cancellation/refusal to renew, daily compliance reporting, and optional transaction types per updates (scstatehouse.gov).
“No activity” reports are required monthly if no cancellations occur (scstatehouse.gov).
Article 2 – Driver Training Schools (§ 90‑100 to 90‑121)
Regulates both passenger and commercial driver training schools:
Defines terms such as “Behind the Wheel,” “Field Training,” and “Catalog” (§ 90‑100) (scstatehouse.gov).
Adopts FMCSA’s Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) standards for commercial instruction, effective Feb 7, 2022 (§ 90‑101) (scstatehouse.gov).
Licensing requirements (§ 90‑102): permanent SC facility, valid license for instructors and applicants, liability insurance, records retention for 3 years (scstatehouse.gov).
Instructor qualifications and permit rules ensure instructors carry a valid driving instructor permit during instruction (scag.gov).
Article 3 – Driver Training Schools [Repealed] (§ 90‑160 to 90‑186)
Earlier driver school regulations now integrated or replaced under updated Article 2 (law.cornell.edu).
Article 4 – Self‑Insurers (§ 90‑400)
Outlines the criteria for individuals or entities that self-insure motor vehicle liability in lieu of traditional insurance. (Details in full text.)
Article 5 – Billing Accounts (§ 90‑500 to 90‑503)
Regulates billing account systems administered by DMV for collections, fees, and monitoring.
✅ Key Compliance Requirements
SC‑ALIR Reporting: Insurers/agencies must report coverage, renewals, and daily compliance; critical for managing suspensions and compliance enforcement (law.cornell.edu, scstatehouse.gov).
Driver School Licensing: Requires SC-based location; 21+ years; valid SC or equivalent license; certified instructors; insurance disclosures; adherence to FMCSA ELDT rules (scstatehouse.gov).
Instructor Standards: Mandatory permits, proof of liability coverage, and ongoing compliance with renewal and cancellation updates .
Self-Insurance & Billing: Ensures financial responsibility mechanisms are in place for self-insurers and proper account management by DMV.
⏰ Recent Updates
May 24, 2024: Chapter 90 amendments effective (law.cornell.edu).
Feb 28, 2023: Article 2 revisions to align with FMCSA ELDT standards for truck driver training (scstatehouse.gov).
Historical shift: Responsibility for driver training regulation moved from DPS to DMV (2007) (regulations.justia.com).
🧭 Summary
Chapter 90 governs:
Insurance reporting via SC‑ALIR for motorist coverage.
Driver training schools, both passenger and commercial, aligning with federal training standards.
Licensing and monitoring of driver instructors and schools.
Self-insurance programs and DMV billing procedures.
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