When a police officer places you under arrest for drunk driving, you likely feel frustration and confusion. You may feel the urge to argue with law enforcement or represent yourself. However, making these mistakes after a DUI arrest will only make things worse for...
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3 things to never do after a car accident
Most people will become involved in a car accident at some point in their lives. According to data collected by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety in 2015, there was approximately one car crash every 3.9 minutes in the state. One person suffered an...
What happens in a bond hearing
Courts hold bond hearings every day in South Carolina. Usually, a judge sets bond when an arrest is processed, but there are instances where he or she may deny a bond.After an arrest in South Carolina, the law entitles you to a bond hearing within 48 hours. A bond...
How to talk to teens about drinking and driving
No one should get behind the wheel of a vehicle after a night of drinking. However, a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that 1.6 percent of adults in South Carolina drove a car while intoxicated within the last 30 days of the initial...
How will DUI affect your plans for college and after?
Whether you intend to start college or are already on campus, a conviction for driving under the influence can alter your life dramatically. It can also affect your future employment opportunities. Policies concerning student misdemeanors and felonies differ among...
Your misdemeanor for underage DUI can turn into a felony
If you are a college student here in South Carolina and you have a car at school, you might have or eventually make friends who do not have their own transportation. Good times together may include some drinking, but remember the warning: Do not drink and drive. The...
Did you suffer a slip-and-fall injury at a neighbor’s?
Falls are among the most frequent causes of injuries seen by emergency room personnel. A slip-and-fall can happen anywhere — at a pool or your local supermarket, in your backyard or your neighbor’s kitchen.Many times, a fall occurs because of negligence on...
Is swearing in public disorderly conduct?
Which of the five scenarios can be considered "disorderly conduct"? 1. Swearing when accidently slamming your hand in the car door in the parking lot at church. 2. Having one too many glasses of wine at a restaurant and weaving as you walk out. 3. Firing your gun into...
What not to do following a vehicle accident
While it is true that a car crash can leave you feeling dazed and shaky, there are certain things you must remember to do in the aftermath and certain things you should definitely not do. Your first move will probably be instinctive: Check yourself and everyone else...
Are you familiar with Emma’s Law in South Carolina?
If you have been charged with driving under the influence for the first time, you should first seek legal help. It is also helpful to understand Emma’s Law, which was signed by Governor Haley in 2014. The law sets out requirements for the use of ignition interlock...