SCDMV looks to get some people back on the road

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – Some drivers have a chance to get back on the open road. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will hold “Driver Suspension Eligibility Week,” which starts Monday. The program allows certain people with suspended drivers’ licenses to regain their driving privileges if they meet certain requirements. -Underage drivers suspended for excessive points. -Drivers suspended for operating an unlicensed taxi or vehicle. -Drivers suspended for operating an uninsured vehicle that they did not own. -Drivers suspended for operating or allowing operation of an uninsured vehicle. -Drivers suspended for driving under suspension, excluding alcohol or drug related convictions. To qualify for the program, drivers must meet all of the conditions of their suspensions. All fees must be paid and Form SR-22 must be filed, if required. If a driver has more than one suspension, DMV will recalculate the suspension time. Drivers with suspensions not covered by the program will still need to serve those suspensions. Drivers who have a clear record may apply for driver‘s licenses. Depending on the type of suspensions, they may be required to take the vision, knowledge and road skills tests before getting new driver‘s licenses. During Driver Suspension Eligibility Week, many DMV offices may experience a longer wait time due to the increased number of customers. The program runs through the 20th at all offices across the state.