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Local Laws and Regulations

     The Memorial Day Weekend brings thousands of visitors to the Grand Strand to enjoy our hospitality.  The following local laws and regulations are in place throughout the year.  Your cooperation is appreciated! 

• The legal drinking age is 21.

• Drinking alcoholic beverages in public and having open containers in vehicles are illegal

• Motorcycle operators and passengers under 21 must wear an approved helmet under South Carolina law.

• Speeding laws are strictly enforced, as are seat belt laws.

• Sleeping in cars or on the beach is illegal.

• Thong bikini bathing suits and public display of certain body parts are illegal and can result in arrest.

• The Grand Strand has zero tolerance for disorderly conduct and disruptive behavior.

• Private property owners may tow vehicles from their property at the vehicle owner's expense.

• Parking restrictions are enforced.  Illegally parked vehicles will be towed.

• Cruising is restricted from 2:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m. on Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach.

• The Grand Strand has zero tolerance for drug possession and related crimes.

• Sale, possession or use of fireworks is illegal within city limits, including on the beach.

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