South Carolina § 15-1-290 - Liability for injury to guests in car.
Full text of South Carolina South Carolina Code of Laws § 15-1-290 — Liability for injury to guests in car., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-1-290. Liability for injury to guests in car.
No person transported by an owner or operator of a motor vehicle as his guest without payment for such transportation shall have a cause of action for damages against such motor vehicle or its owner or operator for injury, death or loss in case of an accident unless such accident shall have been intentional on the part of such owner or operator or caused by his heedlessness or his reckless disregard of the rights of others.
This section shall not relieve a public carrier or any owner or operator of a motor vehicle which is being demonstrated to a prospective purchaser of responsibility for any injuries sustained by a passenger while being transported by such public carrier or while such motor vehicle is being so demonstrated.
HISTORY: 1962 Code SECTION 46-801; 1952 Code SECTION 46-801; 1942 Code SECTION 5908; 1932 Code SECTION 5908; 1930 (36) 1164; 1935 (39) 356.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Carolina § 15-1-290
What does South Carolina Code of Laws § 15-1-290 cover?
Section 15-1-290 ("Liability for injury to guests in car.") is part of the South Carolina Code of Laws, the codified statutory law of South Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Carolina § 15-1-290?
A common citation format is "South Carolina Code of Laws § 15-1-290" (South Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Carolina attorney.
How does South Carolina § 15-1-290 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Carolina.