Golf Cart Laws in North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach
Thursday, June 30th, 2011
There’s been an explosion of golf cart usage in the Myrtle Beach area within the past year. With gas prices steadily increasing, it’s no wonder people are choosing this alternate form of transportation. Before you decide to hit the streets in your newly rented or purchased golf cart, familiarize yourself with the golf cart laws in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
A. Only the owner of the golf cart or his agent or employees may operate the vehicle. The operator must be a licensed driver, have proof of financial responsibility and a permit to do so, and have them in his or her possession during operation. The S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles issues the $5 permits.
B. Operation is not allowed on primary highways, such as US 17, Kings Highway and US-501. You may cross a primary highway, but you may not drive along it.
C. Operation is allowed on any secondary highway or street if:
1. the operation is within two miles of your residence; and
2. the operation is during daylight hours only; and
3. the operation is by the permitted, licensed and financially responsible owner or his agent, and
4. the vehicle is complete with all equipment required by statutes when you put vehicles on the public ways.
- Golf Carts must display SC permit sticker
- Must be driven by a licensed driver
- Allowed on secondary roadways only
- May cross primary roads [Ocean Blvd, 27th S, Hwy 17 or Sea Mtn Hwy]
- Must obey all State traffic laws
- Seating capacity cannot be exceeded
- Daylight operation only
We hope this article gives you a better understanding of the golf cart laws in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach. And remember, have fun, be safe, be smart, and we’ll see you on the road!








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