South Carolina DOT Compliance Guide for Fleet Owners
Navigate South Carolina-specific trucking regulations, inspection requirements, and fine schedules. Enforced by the South Carolina Highway Patrol.
South Carolina Trucking Compliance Overview
Commercial truck operators in South Carolina must comply with both federal FMCSA regulations and South Carolina-specific requirements enforced by the South Carolina Highway Patrol. With 12 active inspection stations statewide, the likelihood of a roadside inspection is significant for any carrier running regular routes through South Carolina.
South Carolina's gross vehicle weight limit of 80,000 lbs aligns with the federal standard, while truck speed limits are set at 70 mph on most interstate routes. The state's FMCSA operations are coordinated through the FMCSA South Carolina Division - 1835 Assembly St Suite 1360, Columbia, SC 29201.
South Carolina Trucking Fine Schedule - 2026
| Violation Type | First Offense | Repeat Offense | OOS Violation | Max Fine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOT Inspections | $1,000 | $5,000 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| Medical Card Renewal | $1,200 | $6,000 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| Clearinghouse | $1,500 | $7,500 | $5,000 | $16,000 |
| Fines & Penalties | $1,000 | $5,000 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| HOS Rules | $1,250 | $6,250 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| Drug Testing | $2,000 | $10,000 | $5,000 | $16,000 |
| Maintenance | $800 | $4,000 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| DQF Compliance | $1,000 | $5,000 | $3,000 | $16,000 |
| CSA Scores | $1,000 | $5,000 | $4,000 | $16,000 |
| Safety Audit | $1,500 | $7,500 | $5,000 | $16,000 |
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