Boating Under The Influence

As temperatures rise, people look for ways to get out and enjoy the summer weather, particularly on the weekends. Boating is a wonderful way to blow off some steam after a long week at work and/or spend some quality time with friends or family. The sun and the waves...

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...

You love this time of year, because you can start going out onto the water again. Boating is something that makes you feel relaxed. You love bringing along friends and family members, so you can all hang out on the water. You can swim, fish and have a generally great...

Flying high above the waves tethered to a boat below can be an exhilarating and enjoyable way to spend an afternoon at the South Carolina beaches. But it can also prove deadly.While it's estimated that as many as 5 million Americans each year go parasailing, it only...

There's one sure-fire way to avoid the majority of boating under the influence charges in South Carolina: Don't operate a boat while or after drinking alcohol or taking intoxicating substances.Now that we have this out of the way, we can look at the reality of the...

When you're on a boat, it can be a freeing experience. You love spending time with the people you care about, and it's a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. No matter how much you love boating, though, you must understand safety on the...

The warmer months of the year are here. People are turning out in droves to enjoy time on the waterways in the area. It is imperative that you ensure you are able to drive in a safe manner if you are going to handle the boat. One thing that you can't do is boat after...

In South Carolina, one of the things people love to do every summer is to get out their inner tubes and rafts and float down the rivers. This is a relaxing way to spend a hot summer afternoon, and it can really be a relief from the heat.You may be thinking that...

For many South Carolina boaters, taking a group of friends out on the water for a day of fishing and fun could be their favorite way to spend a Saturday. However, every time you engage in this fun activity, it is vital to keep safety first -- not just for you and your...