One of the most common explanations people give for why they choose to drive after drinking is that they don't think they are over the legal limit. They may not realize how hard it is to actually estimate one's level of impairment. Alcohol affects people's judgment,...
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If you fail a breath test, can you still fight your charges?
Chemical breath testing involves a police officer gathering a sample of exhaled air and using a specialized piece of equipment to analyze the chemical composition of the exhaled gases. Many people think of breath testing as highly accurate, if not borderline...
Did alcohol or diet trigger a false-positive Breathalyzer result?
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...
Yes, you could fail a field sobriety test when sober
You may be surprised to hear this, but did you know that it's relatively common for sober drivers to fail field sobriety tests? If you're one of them, then you may want to know why that happens and how to defend yourself. Any time you're stopped on suspicion of a DWI...
When can DUI traffic stops be made?
Many drivers believe that they will only be pulled over and subjected to a Breathalyzer test if they are found to be driving recklessly. Therefore, some drivers engage in illegal drunk driving because they are overly confident in their driving abilities. However, if...
Common items can contain alcohol: Be careful and avoid a DUI
A DUI is a serious charge and one that most people want to avoid. What's interesting about them is that some people have faced DUIs when they didn't ever have a physical alcoholic beverage. How? There are plenty of items that contain alcohol that can build up in your...
Just using a personal breath test won’t save you from a DUI
If you are someone who enjoys alcoholic beverages, whether you enjoy sharing an IPA with your friends after a long day at work or have developed a taste for sipping artisanal whiskeys, you need to make sure you are particularly careful if you get behind the wheel...
Sobriety tests aren’t always right: Here’s why
If you're stopped by the authorities, they may state that they want you to take a field sobriety test, especially if you take a Breathalyzer test and have a blood alcohol content that is close to .08%. The goal of field sobriety testing is to see if you're impaired or...
When can a Breathalyzer test be inaccurate?
When you are pulled over by law enforcement officials while driving and asked to perform a Breathalyzer test, it is probably in your best interests to oblige. This is because as a person with a drivers' license, you are considered to have given implied consent in...
Your breathalyzer results are not always reliable evidence
DUI charges are very common, but that doesn't mean they are charges to take lightly. In fact, DUI charges in South Carolina can result in surprisingly severe punishment, even for first-time offenders. If you face DUI charges, dealing with them fully should make the...
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