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South Carolina driving under the influence (DUI) charges can create serious problems for college students. If you are under 21, the stakes can rise quickly because South Carolina uses strict alcohol rules for young drivers and separate consequences may follow a DUI...
Motorists accused of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses face numerous potential penalties. Depending on the circumstances, jail time, driver's license suspension and fines are all likely. Additionally, the accused person has to live their life with a DUI...
There are many decisions that can impact a motorist’s likelihood of being targeted for drunk driving charges. The more frequently people consume alcohol, the greater their risk of driving under the influence (DUI) charges. However, people don't need to drink regularly...
In South Carolina, being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) does not always mean that a driver will spend the night in jail, but it often does. If you’re arrested due to an officer’s suspicion that you have been driving while impaired, whether you are...
Drivers in South Carolina have to follow the rules of the road. Those accused of breaking the law may face numerous serious consequences. Most types of traffic violations or driving-related crimes can carry significant fines. In some cases, traffic violations may also...
There are multiple reasons why a driving under the influence (DUI) charge might cost a professional their job. In some cases, they miss work due to court dates or incarceration. Employers with strict attendance policies may fire workers who miss multiple days of work,...
Some people plead guilty immediately after getting charged with a driving under the influence (DUI) offense. They assume that avoiding trial is the best option available to them. People are often so focused on the possible criminal penalties of a DUI charge that they...
Every year (and sometimes several times within a year) I hear people defend their drinking before getting into their vehicle because they did something to metabolize the alcohol in their body. In our last post, we discussed if drinking coffee actually has that effect....
There are many tips that people utilize to avoid driving under the influence (DUI) charges. For example, some people count their drinks, while others insist on only patronizing places where they know the recipes and standards of service. Some people even invest in...
If you face DUI charges in South Carolina, you should know what options you have, including some that you may not be familiar with, like specialized or problem-solving courts, also known as DUI Courts. What are DUI Courts? These are specialized courts designed to...
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