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How do I clear my driving record in South Carolina?

I’m spending a fortune on car insurance—it sucks! It’s because my driving record is pretty bad. How can I clear my record in South Carolina?

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Cassandra Hamilton · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’ll either have to wait for your points to expire or take a defensive driving course to remove some points
Clean driving records
are more important to
car insurance rates
than most people realize—so you’re ahead of the curve! 
To clear your driving record in South Carolina, you have a few options:
  •  Wait it out:
    License points
    in South Carolina are reduced by one-half after one year. They expire completely after two years.
  • Take a state-approved defensive driving course: Successful completion will reduce the points on your license.
  •  Fight the ticket in court: If you have any grounds to fight a
    ticket
    , it may be worth hiring a lawyer. But you should carefully weigh the cost of retaining a lawyer against any potential decrease in your
    South Carolina car insurance
    premiums.
Pro tip: Meanwhile, avoid committing any new traffic violations. Eventually, your record will clear if you drive sober, slow down, and follow all posted signs and stop lights.
MORE: How long does a speeding ticket stay on your record?
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