It's easy to assume that men and women get intoxicated similarly and are likely to get DUIs at the same rate, but the reality is that one of the two genders is much more likely to drive drunk than the other.According to statistics, men are more likely to be involved...
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Why will your insurance go up with a DUI?
You carry car insurance, which is the law, and you've always been cautious not to drink and drive. Still, you found yourself accused of driving under the influence, because you were nodding off behind the wheel. The officer believed that you'd been using drugs, though...
Avoid drunk driving on Halloween with these tips
Halloween is approaching, which means that there is going to be an increased risk of car crashes due to drunk driving. With so many Halloween parties and events going on, it's more likely that there will be alcohol around you.Remember, even one alcoholic beverage...
Yes, you could lose your job due to a DUI
If you are accused of a DUI, one of the most pressing issues may be what will happen to your job. The reality is that many employers will terminate an employee who is convicted of a DUI, because they represent a threat to the company. You may even have a clause in...
5 ways to fight traffic tickets
Getting a traffic ticket is at best an annoyance and at worst the difference between you being able to drive and losing your license. Traffic tickets are not always given out for a good reason because sometimes an error of judgment is made and mistakes occur. If you...
How ignition interlock devices can help you
If you have more than one prior DUI conviction, you'll be facing serious consequences. You'll have your drivers' license revoked, and you may even be struggling to hold down a job as a result. Your DUI charges could have impacted your reputation among your family and...
“Sober or Slammer!” kicks off, focuses on DUIs in South Carolina
With Labor Day and other holidays approaching, it's a good time to talk about driving under the influence and how it affects traveling. In South Carolina, the "Sober or Slammer!" campaign is running from the end of August through Sept. 7, and it aims to reduce the...
DUI checkpoints? Yes, you might run into them in South Carolina
No one wants to be stopped for no reason, which is one reason why DUI checkpoints make some drivers feel frustrated. A DUI checkpoint slows down traffic and makes people wait while officers decide if they want to give them breath tests. If you're new to driving, or if...
Yes, you could fail a field sobriety test when sober
You may be surprised to hear this, but did you know that it's relatively common for sober drivers to fail field sobriety tests? If you're one of them, then you may want to know why that happens and how to defend yourself. Any time you're stopped on suspicion of a DWI...
DUI fines, fees and assessments can cost you thousands
Fines for driving under the influence are extremely high in South Carolina, which is meant to be a deterrent. Unfortunately, some people are falsely accused and may even end up being convicted despite not driving while intoxicated.The fines range from $400 up to...
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