Deal on SC bill meant to crack down on DUIs blows up over THC

The compromise would allow for faster drug screenings, set a limit to how much THC a person could have and encourage breathalyzer tests.

By: Skylar Laird

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: June 25, 2026

Words: 1,302

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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COLUMBIA — Faster drug screenings, legal limits on THC and longer jail sentences for people suspected of driving under the influence who refuse to take breathalyzer tests are part of a compromise legislators laid out Wednesday.

A day later, the entire effort was on the brink of failure.

The bill, which is meant to strengthen the state’s DUI laws, was among legislators’ top priorities this year.

The House and Senate each unanimously …

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