How to get a South Carolina Learners Permit

Are you a first time driver? Then getting that learners permit can be exciting and daunting at the same time. This article will take you through the steps to get your South Carolina learners permit online with an extra emphasis on safe teen driving.

The Rules

Under South Carolina DMV guidelines, you must wait until your 15th birthday before you can apply for a Learners Permit. 

All applicants are required pass a written exam and a vision test in order to obtain the permit. You then must hold the learners permit for 180 days and log 40 hours of driving time (including 10 hours during darkness) from the issue date prior to applying for a driver license.

Prepare for the Written Exam

The South Carolina DMV requires that all applicants must pass a written exam on traffic signs, motor vehicle laws and safe driving techniques.

If you fail the exam, most states require you to wait until at least the next day to take the test again and charge a re-examination fee.

All new drivers are encouraged to study for this written test so you don't take a chance on standing in line at the DMV Office only to go home empty-handed. Online practice tests are available that provide real sample questions from the DMV Exam - Take the South Carolina practice permit test now and test your driving knowledge.

Paperwork

Before you head to the South Carolina DMV Office, make sure you have all of the following required documents to get your learners permit:

• Birth certificate, social security card, proof of residency and insurance information.
• You must bring your parent or legal guardian with you to sign your application

On the Road

When you first receive your South Carolina learners permit, may drive from 6 a.m. to midnight if a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and has at least one year of driving experience accompanies you in the front seat. From midnight to 6 a.m., you may drive if a licensed parent or guardian accompanies you in the front seat.

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