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First Time Drivers

It is the South Carolina DMV that issues the driver's licenses for all first-time drivers, regardless of whether you are 16 or 76 years old. Of course, most new drivers fall into the category of teen drivers in South Carolina.

Before you attempt to get a driver's license, you'll want to pick up a copy of the Driver Handbook published by the DMV. This manual will teach you about rules of the road in South Carolina, and it will also tell you how to apply for your first driver's license.

Statistically, teen drivers are involved in a high percentage of car accidents. Because of that, first-time drivers should get all the practice they can before they get behind the wheel. Driver education and training can help make you a safer driver―and make the roads of South Carolina safer for all.


South Carolina Driver's Education Classroom instruction is a good first step for all first-time drivers. Find out the driver education requirements in South Carolina, right here.
South Carolina Practice Tests Getting your South Carolina driver's license is an exciting time. But, you need to pass the written exam at the DMV. Try a few samples here.
South Carolina Teen Drivers Part of growing up is getting your South Carolina driver's license. But, there's a lot to learn. Find out everything a teen needs to know about getting a driver's license at the DMV.
South Carolina Drivers Permits When you are a young first-time driver, you’ll need the 411 on how to get a permit to learn to drive in South Carolina.
South Carolina Locations & Hours Never been to the DMV? You'll need to know where to go and what time to get there when you're ready to apply for your South Carolina driver's permit or license. Check it out.
South Carolina Driver Handbook Studying the South Carolina Driver Handbook is an absolute must for all first-time drivers. Learn all about driving in South Carolina― and everything you need to know to get your driver's license at the DMV.
South Carolina Driver's Training Learning in the classroom is one thing―getting behind the wheel for the first time is another thing altogether. See how much driver's training you need in South Carolina.
South Carolina Vehicle Code Reading the actual wording of the laws that govern drivers in South Carolina might be a bit of an overkill for first-time drivers. However, they're all right here, should you ever need them.

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