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Terms Used In South Carolina Code 56-9-510

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
Whenever the Department of Motor Vehicles suspends or revokes a nonresident’s operating privilege by reason of a conviction or forfeiture of bail, this privilege shall remain suspended or revoked unless that person shall have previously given or shall immediately give and thereafter maintain proof of financial responsibility.