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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We hope you will take the time to explore the SCDPS website for information pertaining to our mission. We often receive questions through e-mail or by phone regarding topics that may or may not fall under the purview of SCDPS. We encourage you to take a few minutes to check out our frequently asked questions below to find answers to some of our most common inquiries.

Where do I pay my ticket?

For Uniform Traffic Tickets, payments must be made in the city or county in which the ticket was issued. The SC.gov website takes you step-by-step through this process at the South Carolina Court Payments webpage here.

To pay a citation for size, weight, and safety violations, visit the State Transport Police's Uniform Size, Weight, Idling, and Safety Online Citation Payment portal here.

Note – Uniform Size, Weight, Idling, and Safety citations begin with the letters WA, which is displayed on the lower right-hand corner of the citation.

Uniform Traffic Ticket Search (Example: I lost my ticket and need the ticket number)

Note – these citations begin with the numbers 2025.

If you need to identify your ticket number, visit the South Carolina Judicial Branch's Traffic Ticket Search webpage here. You can also contact your local Highway Patrol office if you were stopped by a Trooper. You can find the contact information for each Highway Patrol office at the SC Highway Patrol Troop Contact page here.

Has my court date been postponed?

Contact the courthouse at which your case was scheduled. This information is on your citation.

How can I obtain a copy of my collision report (TR310)?

This may be obtained through your local SCDMV office or the SCDMV Collision Reports webpage here.

I lost my FR10

Please contact the South Carolina Highway Patrol Troop near you. You can find the contact information for each Highway Patrol office at the SC Highway Patrol Troop Contact page here.

I need to find out where my vehicle was towed.

If your vehicle was towed by an SCDPS Officer (Highway Patrol, State Transport Police or Bureau of Protective Services), you may contact the local Highway Patrol office. You can find the contact information for each Highway Patrol office at the SC Highway Patrol Troop Contact page here. However, please understand they may have to call the appropriate TCC (Telecommunications Center) to find this information. If you are towed by another law enforcement agency, we will not have this information.

What is the law regarding carrying a weapon in SC? (CWP)

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) handles all concealed weapons permits (CWPs) in the state of South Carolina. Please visit SLED's CWP webpage here for the latest information. SLED's CWP hotline is 803-896-7015 or you can email cwpquestions@sled.sc.gov.

How do I obtain an FR-309 form?

The FR309 is a form for the driver/owner of a vehicle to complete if your vehicle was involved in a collision of any kind and the collision was never reported to a law enforcement agency. SCHP cannot investigate collisions, after the fact, that were not reported to law enforcement. In this case, the motorist must complete the FR309 and submit to SCDMV. You can download the FR309 form on the SCDMV website here.

What sort of career opportunities are available at SCDPS?

To explore careers available at any of our DPS law enforcement agencies: South Carolina Highway Patrol (SCHP), State Transport Police (STP), or Bureau of Protective Services (BPS), please visit the careers webpage here.

If you are interested in a career as a telecommunications operator, please visit the telecom careers webpage here.

If you are interested in available DPS non-sworn/civilian positions, please visit the South Carolina Careers website here.

How do I submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request?

The FOIA process is outlined on our FOIA webpage here. You may also e-mail the FOIA office at FOIA@scdps.gov.

Can State Transport Police enforce state traffic laws for non-commercial drivers?

Yes. Although STP officers specialize in commercial motor vehicle enforcement, they also enforce state traffic laws for non-commercial drivers regularly.

Can the SC Highway Patrol enforce traffic laws for commercial motor vehicles?

The SC Highway Patrol can enforce state traffic laws for commercial motor vehicles.