Everyone knows that driving a car or boat after drinking alcohol or doing illegal drugs is against the law. But people may not realize that they can still be arrested for driving with certain legal prescription medications in their system. In order to keep yourself...
On the surface, you know that the consequences of a DUI conviction likely include the loss of your driver’s license, a stint in the county jail, potential probation, a stiff fine and restitution for any damages. Remember, these are the penalties you expect after...
Memorial Day is quickly approaching at the end of May, so now is a good time to talk about alcohol, driving and how to avoid a DUI. Memorial Day is a kind of “drinking holiday,” which means that there are often alcoholic beverages at parties and events on this date....
Getting arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving in South Carolina is a serious matter. But depending on which county you were driving in before the officer arrested you, your case could be highly likely to settle with a lesser charge on your record. According to...
In South Carolina, like in most other states, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or higher. While this limit applies to most motorists, you may wonder whether it is possible to receive DUI charges if your BAC is...
In South Carolina, it is illegal to use a Jet Ski, sailboat or motorboat when you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. That being said, there is no law preventing passengers from drinking or from alcohol being present on the vessel. In fact, the law allows a...
It is sheer understatement to simply note legions of Charleston-area residents’ fixation on water over many months of the year. After all, notes one tourist publication, “one of the Holy City’s greatest attributes is its prime location near the water.” Indeed, and as...
It’s no secret that St. Patrick’s Day has a reputation for being a “drinking” holiday. People drink whiskey and Guinness and beer full of green food coloring. This is all central to the celebration. At least, that’s the reputation that the day has. Is it real or just...
South Carolina is very tough on people who drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The punishments are severe enough after your first offense. If you already have a DUI on your record, and you get another one, the consequences could change your whole life...
It is illegal in South Carolina to drive with a blood-alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. But police officers cannot determine that by sight. They need clues to stop someone suspected of driving under the influence and science to make their case - assuming it is...
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