Golf carts are a popular way to get around for Grand Strand locals, long-time visitors and new tourists alike. The carts are a cheaper alternative to cars and let riders enjoy open-air transportation around Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas.
But after Gov. Henry McMaster signed a new bill into law last month, there are some key changes to golf cart rules operators should know. Here’s how state law impacts golf carts, and how rules vary in local municipalities.
New changes to South Carolina seat belt rules
The biggest change in the new state law is that children under the age of 12 are required to wear seat belts in golf carts on public roads and highways, regardless of the municipality.
Despite reporting to the contrary, there’s no grace period before enforcement goes into effect anywhere in the state.…