Carolina Squat Ban Violators To Soon Be Ticketed And Fined

The law officially took effect in November, but a six month grace period was given. During that time, law enforcement only issued warning citations. However, starting May 10, police will begin writing tickets.

If you are still driving a squatted vehicle in South Carolina, you have one month to correct it before facing a fine.

Early last year, Gov. McMaster signed Senate Bill 363 into law. The measure prohibits drivers from operating vehicles that have their front fenders raised/lowered four or more inches from the height of their rear fender. The altercation is also known as the Carolina Squat.

The law officially took effect in November, but a six month grace period was given. During that time, law enforcement only issued warning citations. However, starting May 10, police will begin writing tickets.

Fines will start at $100 and escalate for further offenses. If given a third offense, your license can be suspended along with a hefty fine.

North Carolina and Virginia have also banned the Carolina Squat.