OCONEE COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Oconee County Sheriff’s Office has issued a new golf cart law.

Deputies said on May 22, a new law went into effect in South Carolina in regards to the operation of golf cars on streets or highways.

The following are highlights in relation to operations of a golf cart from the recently passed legislation:

To operate a vehicle commonly known as a golf cart on a public highway, the owner must obtain a permit decal and registration certificate from the Department of Motor Vehicles. An individual or business owner may obtain a permit decal and registration from the Department of Motor Vehicles upon a presentation of proof of ownership and liability insurance by the owner. A five dollar payment is also required.

During daylight hours only, a permitted

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