MONCKS CORNER, S.C. — With warmer days ahead and golf carts becoming an increasingly popular way to cruise around Moncks Corner and other parts of Berkeley County, law enforcement is reminding residents that convenience doesn’t cancel out the law.
Whether you’re using a golf cart to head to the neighborhood pool or grab a quick bite downtown, there are strict regulations in place—and they carry real consequences if ignored.
SEE ALSO:
- Deputies: Thieves steal church’s lawnmower, golf cart
- Stolen Golf Cart Search Leads To Discovery Of Drugs, Stolen Firearms
- Stolen Golf Cart Recovered In Sangaree, Man Arrested
🛑 What the Law Says About Golf Carts in South Carolina
📋 Registration & Insurance:
Every golf cart must be registered with the South Carolina DMV and carry liability insurance.
👤 Driver Requirements:
Operators must be at least 16 years old and hold a valid driver’s license.
🛣️ Where You Can Drive:
- Only on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or lower
- Must stay within a four-mile radius of the address listed on the registration
☀️ When You Can Drive:
Golf carts may only be operated during daylight hours, unless proper lighting is installed.
✅ Safety First: Smart Driving Tips
- Obey traffic laws—golf carts must stop at signs, yield, and signal
- Avoid congested areas where carts are hard to see
- Watch for pedestrians and cyclists
- Use headlights and taillights if driving at dusk or dawn
- Drive responsibly—no reckless turns or sudden braking
- Don’t overload—passengers must be seated securely
🚫 Strictly Prohibited
- No DUI: Driving a golf cart under the influence is illegal and treated the same as operating a vehicle drunk
- No highways: Golf carts are never permitted on roads with speed limits over 35 mph
- No unsafe modifications—carts must meet state safety standards
📞 Who to Call with Questions or Concerns
- Moncks Corner Police Department: (843) 719-7930
- Hanahan Police Department: (843) 747-5711
- Goose Creek Police Department: (843) 863-5200
- Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office: (843) 719-4465
💸 Fines & Penalties for Breaking Golf Cart Laws
Breaking South Carolina’s golf cart laws is considered a misdemeanor and may lead to fines of up to $100 and/or up to 30 days in jail.
