A 6-point speeding ticket in South Carolina is a serious traffic violation.
If you accumulate 12 or more points, the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can suspend your license. Paying the fine without contesting the ticket is an automatic admission of guilt, which could lead to long-term consequences. At Chambers Law, we fight speeding tickets to protect your driving record and financial future.
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What is a 6-Point Speeding Ticket?
In South Carolina, a 6-point speeding violation is issued for:
- Driving 25+ mph over the posted speed limit
- Excessive speeding in school zones or construction areas
- Dangerous speeding that could be considered reckless driving
Unlike a 2-point or 4-point ticket, a 6-point speeding ticket is considered a major offense and can have severe consequences for your driving privileges.
South Carolina’s Point system and License Suspension
The South Carolina DMV assigns penalty points for traffic violations. If you accumulate 12 or more points, your license will be suspended:
- 2 points – Speeding 1-10 mph over the limit
- 4 points – Speeding 11-24 mph over the limit
- 6 points – Speeding 25+ mph over the limit
- 12+ points – Automatic license suspension
While half of your points expire after one year, a 6-point speeding violation stays on your record for a long time and can greatly increase insurance premiums.
Penalties for a 6-Point Speeding Ticket
In addition to adding six points to your driving record, a 6-point speeding ticket carries the following penalties:
- Fines ranging from $200 to $500, depending on the jurisdiction
- Significant auto insurance rate increases
- Mandatory court appearances in some cases
- Possible driver’s license suspension if you have prior violations
- Potential reckless driving charges, which carry additional penalties
Why You Should fight a 6-Point Speeding Ticket
Many drivers assume they should just pay the fine and move on, but doing so can cost much more in the long run. Fighting your ticket may help you:
- Reduce or eliminate points on your record
- Prevent license suspension
- Avoid major insurance rate hikes
Common Defenses Against 6-Point Speeding Tickets
At Chambers Law, we develop strong legal defenses to challenge speeding violations, including:
- Radar and Laser Gun Inaccuracy: Speed detection devices must be properly calibrated and maintained.
- Officer Mistakes: The officer may have misidentified your vehicle or incorrectly determined your speed.
- Improper Speed Limit Signs: If the posted limit was missing, unclear, or improperly marked, you may have a valid defense.
- Necessity Defense: Speeding may be justified in emergency situations, such as a medical crisis.
How Chambers Law Can Help
At Chambers Law, we take an aggressive approach to defending drivers against 6-point speeding tickets. Our firm:
- Reviews law enforcement reports and radar calibration logs
- Negotiates with prosecutors to reduce or dismiss charges
- Represents clients in court to fight for the best possible outcome
- Works to keep your driving record clean and avoid insurance rate hikes
