South Carolina Windshield Replacement Regulations
by Jessica Williams
In South Carolina's Code of Laws, there are specific guidelines for auto safety glass. Residents of South Carolina who have 100 percent auto insurance coverage enjoy a benefit when it comes to windshield replacement. In general, South Carolina state laws require that auto safety glass be free of damage and clear.
Code of Laws
Section 56-5-5000 of the South Carolina Code of Laws states that safety glass in vehicles must be unobstructed. A cracked or damaged windshield can be dangerous and can obstruct the driver's vision. The law requires you to fix or replace a broken windshield.
Insurance
South Carolina is one of the few zero-deductible states when it comes to windshield replacements. When your windshield is damaged, if you have full insurance coverage, you can replace it without a deductible.
Type of Glass
Auto Glass SC recommends purchasing a windshield that has a high-impact rating, meaning it won't break easily under the pressure of low-impact items. The glass should be laminated and multilayered. Ask about warranties when you get a windshield replacement.
Tinting
South Carolina regulates the tinting of auto glass. Car owners can have tint on windows and windshields, but people outside of the vehicle must be able to see in.
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Writer Bio
Jessica Williams, a writer, editor, and artist from Atlanta, began her professional writing career in 2007. Following a stint in corporate advertising, she currently works as a glass artist and freelance writer/editor. Her works appear on Web sites like eHow, Healthy Theory, Answerbag and LIVESTRONG.COM. Williams holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Georgia.
