Drunk Driving Charges

The main thing that influences blood alcohol concentration (BAC), of course, is how much alcohol an individual has consumed. A standard drink is generally considered to be 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or one shot. The number of drinks that someone has is the...

There’s a huge emphasis on responsible drinking and road safety these days, and the consequences of a drunk driving conviction can be severe. With that in mind, “pocket breathalyzers,” or tiny devices that promise quick and accurate blood alcohol content measurements,...

An arrest for a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in South Carolina can be very embarrassing and inconvenient. Even in scenarios where the state charges someone with a technical infraction rather than with causing a crash that harmed other people, they can...

Generally speaking, people tend to think very negatively about getting arrested. Someone who has been accused of a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in South Carolina may be angry about the charges that they face and worried about what those accusations may...

Partying is a commonly accepted part of college life, but this doesn’t mean that young adults can break the law without facing consequences. One thing that many college students don’t think about is that they will face many consequences if they’re convicted of drunk...

One of the reasons that people enjoy alcohol so much is because it is a central nervous system depressant. It can help people change their perception of the world and make it easier for them to socialize in some scenarios. However, alcohol can also make people sleepy....

The states with the most drunk drivers are typically the states with the highest populations. Texas, New York and California tend to be near the top of lists like this simply because far more people live there than in states like Wyoming or South Carolina. Bigger...

Most people make the assumption that the legal limit in South Carolina is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08%. If you are over this limit, it becomes illegal to drive due to the risk of impairment. This limit is used in most states, so drivers often repeat...

In a South Carolina driving under the influence (DUI) case, the prosecutor needs every bit of evidence they can get. Especially if the person accused didn't cause any property damage or harm to others, the state will need to show poor performance at the wheel or a...

With the Super Bowl around the corner, a dwindling number of teams are hoping for their moment in the championship sun. For fans at the game and those choosing to stay in the house or celebrate at the home of friends or family, if only to see the famed commercials,...