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Those who drive for a living get held to a higher standard than the average person out on the South Carolina roads. There are more educational requirements to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) than a standard driver's license. Everything from the traffic laws...
Chemical evidence often seems irrefutable to people facing charges or serving on a jury. People put so much faith in physical evidence and chemical tests that they can question their own experience because of test results. If a police officer pulled you over and...
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is illegal in South Carolina. A conviction for DUI involves costly fines, a driver’s license suspension and even a term of imprisonment in some cases. On top of that, you could even lose your vehicle if this is the...
The police in South Carolina are constantly on the lookout for drunk drivers. When they suspect someone of driving under the influence (DUI), they will likely pull that person over to talk with them. If the officer still feels suspicious after that conversation, they...
As the weather grows colder, people start preparing for the holidays. Kids begin designing this year's exciting new Halloween costume, and their parents start thinking about Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas gifts. Many people are so excited about the holidays that...
Over the centuries, people have enjoyed drinking as a way to relax and unwind from the day. Along with a history of drinking, there is an equal history of people having too much to drink and finding themselves in trouble. In the United States, the first drunk driving...
Driving home after a night out with friends, you spot the red police lights in your rearview mirror. It is a law enforcement patrol car, so you pull over to the side of the road. The police officer exits his car and wonders the reason for your erratic driving. He...
People under 21 are not legally able to buy alcohol, but, unfortunately, they can get it by other means. Teens are inexperienced with alcohol, so they might drive after a few drinks without thinking about the consequences. They might believe that they need to drink a...
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....
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