South Carolina § 23-6-30 - Duties and powers of department.
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§ 23-6-30. Duties and powers of department.
The department shall have the following duties and powers:
(1) carry out highway and other related safety programs;
(2) engage in driver training and safety activities;
(3) enforce the traffic, motor vehicle, commercial vehicle, and related laws;
(4) enforce size, weight, and safety enforcement statutes relating to commercial motor vehicles;
(5) operate a comprehensive law enforcement personnel training program;
(6) promulgate such rules and regulations in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act and Article 7 of this chapter for the administration and enforcement of the powers delegated to the department by law, which shall have the full force and effect of law;
(7) operate such programs and disseminate information and material so as to continually improve highway safety;
(8) receive and disburse funds and grants, including any donations, contributions, funds, grants, or gifts from private individuals, foundations, agencies, corporations, or the state or federal governments, for the purpose of carrying out the programs and objectives of this chapter; and
(9) do all other functions and responsibilities as required or provided for by law.
HISTORY: 1993 Act No. 181, SECTION 343(A); 1996 Act No. 459, SECTION 35; 2003 Act No. 51, SECTION 10.
Source: official South Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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