Free Book on Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina
What Is in Our Free Book on Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina?
Whether you just bought your first bike, have ridden for years, or were hurt in a crash, South Carolina motorcycle law raises a lot of questions. What license and gear do you need? What rules apply on the road and when you park? What should you do after an accident? Where can you find clear answers without paying for them?
Quick Answer: You can download our free book, Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina – Piecing It All Together, written by Charleston attorneys Stephan Futeral and Thomas Nelson. It explains how to get a motorcycle license, required equipment and gear, the rules for riding and parking, drinking and driving, what to do after an accident, and how to prepare for court. The book is available as a PDF for any device or on Apple Books, at no cost and with no sign-up required.
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- Getting a Motorcycle License
- Required Motorcycle Equipment
- Required Motorcycle Gear
- Rules for Driving a Motorcycle
- Rules for Parking a Motorcycle
- Drinking and Driving
- What To Do If You’re in an Accident
- Preparing for Court
- Choosing an Attorney
Who Wrote Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina, and Why?
Stephan Futeral’s and Thomas Nelson’s eBook, “Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina – Piecing It All Together,” is available for FREE on Apple Books or as a PDF. They wrote this book based on over 55 years of combined experience helping motorcyclists in South Carolina with motorcycle law violations and injury claims. It will guide you and educate you about your legal rights and your legal responsibilities as a motorcyclist in South Carolina; it’s a MUST READ.
Stephan and Thomas are the founding attorneys of Futeral & Nelson, LLC, a Mount Pleasant law firm that has served clients throughout the Charleston area since 2003. The firm handles traffic and criminal charges as well as injury claims for riders hurt in crashes.
What Topics Does the Book Cover?
The book covers what every rider should know, from getting licensed to dealing with the aftermath of a crash. The table below groups its chapters by subject. Click any linked chapter to read a related article on our blog.
| Topic Area | Chapters in the Book |
|---|---|
| Getting on the Road | Getting a Motorcycle License Required Motorcycle Equipment Required Motorcycle Gear |
| Riding and Parking | Rules for Driving a Motorcycle Rules for Parking a Motorcycle Drinking and Driving |
| After an Accident | What To Do If You’re in an Accident Preparing for Court Choosing an Attorney |
Which Format Should You Download: Apple Books or PDF?
The book is available in two formats, and both are free. Choose the one that fits the device you plan to read on.
| Format | Works On | Best For | How to Get It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Books | iPhone, iPad, and Mac | Readers who use the Apple Books app and want the book available across their Apple devices | Use the Download iBook button to open the free listing in the Apple Books store. |
| Any phone, tablet, Windows PC, Mac, or Chromebook | Readers who want to save, print, or read the book without the Apple Books app | Use the Download PDF button. The file is about 1 MB. |
How Current Is the Information in the Book?
The current edition is Version 1.8, updated February 10, 2016. South Carolina traffic and motorcycle laws change over time through new legislation and court decisions, so some details may have changed since this edition.
No book can account for every recent change or for the specific facts of your situation. Before you make decisions about a ticket, a criminal charge, or an injury claim, talk with a South Carolina attorney about how the current law applies to you.
Is the Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina Book Really Free?
Yes. Both the PDF and the Apple Books edition are completely free. You do not need to give us your email address or fill out a form to download the book. The Apple Books edition downloads through your Apple account like any other free book.
Does the Book Explain South Carolina’s Helmet Law?
Yes. The book covers the gear South Carolina requires riders to wear, including when a helmet is required. Under South Carolina law, riders and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet.
Even when the law does not require a helmet, wearing one is still one of the best ways to protect yourself on the road.
Can a Book Replace a Lawyer?
No. The book gives you a solid foundation in South Carolina motorcycle law, but it is general information, not legal advice. Every case turns on its own facts, including how a crash happened, the injuries involved, and the evidence available.
A lawyer can apply the law to those facts, deal with insurance companies and prosecutors, and protect your rights in court. If you need help, contact our office to discuss your situation.
Get Your Free Book Now
Download Motorcycle Laws in South Carolina – Piecing It All Together (Version 1.8). All 54 pages are free as a PDF or on Apple Books, with no email address required.
Read on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac using the Apple Books app.
Read on any phone, tablet, Mac, or PC.