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...
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Was the sobriety checkpoint that led to your arrest even legal?
There are typically three situations that lead to driving under the influence (DUI) arrests in South Carolina. The first is when a crash occurred. Police officers frequently perform chemical testing after a wreck to determine if either driver was under the influence...
Can you practice to pass a field sobriety test?
If a South Carolina police officer suspects you of impaired driving, they will likely pull you over. After they ask you a few questions, they may then request that you exit the vehicle and perform a field sobriety test. The whole point of a field sobriety test is for...
Can my car get impounded after a DUI?
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...
What impact will a DUI have on your car insurance?
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...
With the holiday season comes increased DUI enforcement
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...
Was drunk driving ever legal?
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...
Law enforcement mistakes in DUI arrests
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...
How to conduct yourself during a sobriety checkpoint
Anyone in South Carolina can run into a sobriety checkpoint on any given day. The law enforcement officers set up these checkpoints to identify impaired drivers and prevent them from causing serious accidents. If you drive regularly, especially at night, chances are...
How accurate are field sobriety tests?
South Carolina law enforcement officers rely on the field sobriety tests to gauge a driver’s ability to safely pilot the vehicle. While departments often rely on other tests to gain a clear understanding of the driver’s ability, the National Highway Traffic Safety...
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