A DUI can be devastating for you and anyone else who is impacted by it. As someone who is normally very responsible, the idea that you have been accused of drinking and driving and causing a crash is hurtful.The officer at the scene took your breath test and claimed...
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How much does a DUI cost in South Carolina?
Some people think of a drunk driving conviction as something that's a minor event. This isn't the case, especially when you start to add up the financial impact that comes with it. If you're facing a drunk driving charge, you should think carefully about all the...
Don’t use drugs or drink while boating, or you could face a DUI
You love this time of year, because you can start going out onto the water again. Boating is something that makes you feel relaxed. You love bringing along friends and family members, so you can all hang out on the water. You can swim, fish and have a generally great...
Watch out for drinking and distractions this Memorial Day
Memorial day is approaching on May 25, and with it comes the risk of DUI crashes. South Carolina's authorities take this risk seriously, often setting up sobriety checkpoints and sending out additional patrols throughout the Memorial Day weekend.Did you know that the...
Out-of-state DUIs can be frustrating, so ask for help
You decided to come to South Carolina to visit your family, and you set aside time to enjoy a few days with them. While you were here, you made plans to head to a local bar and grab a few drinks with them. Everyone drove home on their own, but you were the one who...
Do sobriety checkpoints violate your basic civil rights?
The police officers working in South Carolina want to reduce the number of drunk driving crashes, which claim hundreds of lives each year, and they will often take drastic steps to enforce the law and keep the public safe. So-called sobriety or DUI checkpoints are one...
Don’t go on vacation and leave on probation
Charleston and its surrounding smaller towns remain a popular spring and Easter break vacation spot here in South Carolina. Often, students and families from the northern states where winter is still bringing snow and cold temperatures head south to sunnier climes to...
The 4 most common DUI questions
It's common for those who are facing DUI charges to have many questions and concerns about the law. If this is your first time facing DUI charges, it's likely that you will be worried about the possibility of having a criminal record and not being able to drive for a...
That drink might be misleading: Mixed drinks and alcohol
When you think about grabbing a drink, one thing you really need to remember is that that single drink might not be a single alcoholic beverage at all. The amount of alcohol in any mixed drink can vary depending on the mixture.The standard drink size in the United...
If you get a DUI, it can lead to lasting consequences
You have heard time and time again that it's important to be sober when you're behind the wheel, but you don't personally know anyone who has ever been affected by a drunk driver. You and your friends tend to drive home when tipsy, and no one has ever had any...
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