From time to time, everyone makes a mistake. Even a responsible person can have a momentary slip in judgment. Unfortunately, this human trait can result in criminal charges. In the wake of this type of legal trouble, it may be worth wondering what steps can be taken...
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Do South Carolina’s open container laws apply to boaters?
For many people, there might be nothing more relaxing than going for a boat ride on a hot summer day. At the same time, legal adults may want to enjoy a cold beer or cocktail out on the water. While this may sound like an attractive leisure activity, there may be...
What is South Carolina’s legal limit for underage drivers?
When a person thinks about legal limits for blood-alcohol content, 0.08 percent is probably what comes to mind immediately. This makes sense, given that every state has established this threshold for driving under the influence charges. However, it's worth noting that...
Effect of high court ruling on DUI laws is up in the air, Part 1
Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court handled a landmark case for drugged and drunk driving cases. The nation's top court ruled that law enforcement officials cannot involuntarily draw blood samples from people who refuse to comply with the test unless a warrant is...
Federal drunk driving charges possible for offshore boaters
Due to this year's unseasonably cold and snowy winter, going for a boat ride might only be a distant thought in the minds of South Carolina residents. Hopefully, however, warmer weather will soon be here and boating enthusiasts can hit the water.One thing that may...
South Carolina man blows .18, also has beer and vodka in vehicle
In South Carolina, as in all states across the country, the legal limit for an adult's blood alcohol content while operating a motorized vehicle is .08. When their BAC level is above the legal limit, the individual may face drunk driving charges.At first, this may...
Columbia Police Department analyst refuses to take a breath test
There are serious consequences for South Carolina drivers who operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. If a driver is suspected of driving while intoxicated, the authorities may employ a breath test to determine the blood alcohol level of the...
Authorities press felony DUI charges against 19-year-old
As numerous postings in this blog have discussed, there are potentially severe consequences involved when a resident of South Carolina drives while under the influence of alcohol. There are also serious consequences involved when authorities discover a minor consuming...
Man facing drunk driving charges after blowing a .19
Car accidents happen on the roadways of South Carolina just like they do in every state across the country. If a resident sees a car that they believe could cause an accident, they will sometimes report it to the authorities. This happened recently in South Carolina...
Fireman charged with felony DUI after high breath test
In South Carolina, and in every state across the country, it is illegal for anyone to get behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming too much alcohol. The legal limit for a driver's BAC level in South Carolina is .08. If police pull over an individual on suspicion...
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