SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) - The South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS) is asking drivers to be aware and prepared as the state's new hands-free law is set to go into effect on September 1st.

Under the new law, drivers are NOT allowed to: • Hold or support a mobile device with their hand or body (smart watches and earpieces used for voice-based communication are allowed). • Use a mobile device to read, compose, or transmit texts, emails, app interactions or website info • Watch motion on the device, including a video, movie, game, or video call

SCDPS will have a 180-day warning period. After that time, penalties will include a $100 fine upon first offense and a $200 fine and two points on the driving record for each subsequent offense within three years.

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