How much of what an individual does in his or her personal time should impact the success of one's career? There certainly are things that happen outside of one's place of employment that impact success in the workplace, and some of them should.However, if someone...
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Late night golf cart ride leads to DUI charges in South Carolina
When most people think about getting pulled over for driving under the influence, they may believe it only happens in vehicles such as cars, trucks and vans. However, that is not always the case. A person operating a variety of motorized vehicles while under the...
South Carolina judge tells DUI convict to read the bible
When someone is convicted of a DUI here in the Charleston area, routine penalties typically include driver's license suspension, fines and jail time. Of course, the consequences vary from case to case, and they depend on the seriousness of the charges, whether it is a...
Deputy fired after DUI arrest in Aiken County, South Carolina
Not too long ago in our Charleston DUI Law Blog, we wrote about how drunk driving charges can have an effect on career opportunities. In that post, we discussed the firing of a Tabor City assistant fire chief after he was charged with a DUI. This week, in Aiken...
Breath test results may be inconsistent
Several months ago in our Charleston DUI Law Blog, we discussed problems with the accuracy of breath tests, which measure blood alcohol content, in Washington, D.C. In that case, the breath tests were actually taken out of the field altogether when inconsistencies...
Zebra and parrot watch as their ‘dad’ is arrested for DUI
Every drunk driving case in South Carolina is different. Each case stems from unique circumstances, with a unique police interaction and a unique set of evidence. A criminal defense attorney needs to analyze all of these things, and ensure that the defendant's rights...
PTSD defense of Marine charged with DUI manslaughter
Extensive research has demonstrated the lasting impact of living in combat and war zones. Military members and veterans often suffer brain damage and cognitive orders related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when they return home. Last week, an attorney raised...
Mopeds and DUI in Charleston
With temperatures heating up for summer, more locals and vacationers will be taking advantage of opportunities to ride recreational vehicles, including mopeds. Mopeds can be a cheap and convenient alternative with lower gas mileage and easy parking. For tourists, they...
Tips to stay safe on South Carolina lakes this season
As the weather begins to heat up here in South Carolina, many agencies are beginning to campaign for boater safety. So far, five people have died in boating-related accidents this year in the state. The most important thing recreational boaters can do to survive a...
Short report on Mount Pleasant cop’s DUI arrest is criticized
Police in South Carolina are taking heat in the aftermath of a DUI arrest of a Mount Pleasant police major. The police major was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after he crashed his jeep earlier this month, but the arresting officer's report was so skimpy that...
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