If South Carolina courts charge you with a drug offense, you may not be aware that courts may give you the option of entering a drug court program. Instead of simply punishing and sending people to jail, courts provide eligible individuals charged with certain...
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The luck of the Irish won’t protect those who over-indulge
St. Patrick's Day is the last major social celebration before spring technically begins. What started out as a largely Irish holiday has become a major cultural event in the United States. People from all different cultural backgrounds may enjoy traditional Irish...
Can the police take your property at a DUI checkpoint?
DUI checkpoints are a routine part of law enforcement efforts to help ensure road safety. Also known as sobriety checkpoints, these checkpoints are pre-established locations where law enforcement officers stop vehicles to assess drivers for signs of impairment. During...
DUI away from home: what happens if I get a DUI in another state?
If you are a South Carolina resident and get arrested for a DUI in another state, you may wonder about the legal implications and where you will have to face consequences—in the state where you got arrested or in South Carolina? Firstly, if another state arrests you...
Beware the “morning after” drunk driving charge
When you’re out having a good time with your friends or family or you’re celebrating an important milestone, it’s easy to get carried away with your drinking. Being a responsible adult, however, you’d never intentionally drive while you’re impaired. You either do your...
Can you get fired for a DUI?
If you get a DUI, you may face significant financial consequences. You may have to pay fines, for instance, along with various fees. You may also have to spend time in state custody, which can cost you as you miss time at work. But could the impact on your employment...
Can you avoid a DUI checkpoint in SC?
Whether you had some eggnog at Grandma’s house or an extra beer with your dinner, seeing a sobriety checkpoint ahead of you on the road can make you understandably nervous. You know that they’re looking for anybody who might be driving under the influence (DUI), and...
Police are on high alert for drunk drivers around the holidays
Police officers generally arrest motorists anytime that they notice concerning signs of intoxication at the wheel. They tend to request chemical testing after car crashes and during traffic stops if someone has been driving poorly or slurs their speech while talking...
Why it’s crucial to avoid a DUI on your record in South Carolina
Driving under the influence (DUI) infractions are some of the most common crimes committed in South Carolina. Some drivers get arrested because they cause crashes, but many end up prosecuted because of a traffic stop. They fail a breath test or show clear signs of...
How cold and flu season can lead to a DUI
When temperatures drop and summer ends, cold and flu season is just getting started. While you may associate this time of year with coughing, sneezing and a whole lot of tissues or cough drops, seasonal illnesses can have unexpected consequences. In fact, you can end...
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