South Carolina Statutes
§ 56-5-6250 — Determination of prior convictions; sentence.
South Carolina § 56-5-6250
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Bluebook
S.C. Code Ann. § 56-5-6250 (2026).
Text
When an arrest is made under the provisions of this chapter, the arresting officer must make every effort to determine prior convictions under this chapter. In no instance is sentence to be imposed on a defendant until the court is satisfied prior convictions are properly considered as a part of the sentence.
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Legislative History
HISTORY: 1988 Act No. 532, SECTION 27. ARTICLE 45 Applicability of South Carolina Uniform Act Regulating Traffic to Private Roads
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