Gov. McMaster celebrates strengthened SC ignition lock law for convicted drunken drivers

COLUMBIA — Gov. Henry McMaster celebrated a new state law that strengthens South Carolina's drunken driving laws by requiring those guilty of the crime to install — and pass — a breath device test before they can turn their vehicle on. "It's ok to drink if you want to. It's ok to drive if you want to," McMaster said July 12 during a ceremonial bill signing ceremony at the Statehouse. "But you can't do both at the same time." Beginning in May 2024 the law mandates anyone convicted of driving...