What are the requirements to drive a golf cart in South Carolina? According to Section 56-2-105 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, if you are planning on driving your golf cart on public property, including neighborhood roads, you must register your golf cart and...
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What you need to know about South Carolina’s marijuana laws
If you are an out-of-state student attending one of South Carolina’s many fine colleges, universities, and professional schools, you need to know that our state likely has far more restrictive marijuana laws than your home state. In fact, South Carolina has some...
PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE (PR) OR SURETY BOND: DOES IT MATTER?
Under South Carolina law, when someone is charged with a crime, that person will appear in front of a bond judge who will determine whether to set a bond and, if so, what conditions will be set. The bond hearing is typically held within 24 hours of being...
Protecting Drunk Driving Injury Victims This Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend Among Worst Holidays To Hit The Road Memorial Day weekend signifies the start of Summer for everyone as well as an excuse for a weekend getaway. Along with the beach trips, boat rides around Charleston Harbor, and barbecues planned over this long...
What compensation can you get for a slip and fall?
Slips and falls are common personal injuries that can happen to anyone at any time. Take the case of tennis pro Genie Bouchard, who experienced a nasty slip and fall in 2015, which the United States Tennis Association was liable for. Every slip and...
Can my criminal case go into the pretrial intervention (pti) program?
What Is Pre-Trial Intervention Or PTI?If you are charged with certain crimes in the state of South Carolina, then Pretrial Intervention ("PTI") is a diversionary program that could be the best option for you to avoid being prosecuted and convicted of that crime. Upon...
Prescription pain relievers and criminal charges
Prescription pain medications are necessary to provide relief to those with certain medical issues, such as chronic pain or recovery from surgery. Unfortunately, these drugs also have criminal uses. Painkillers are not legal for every person. They are only legal for...
An overview of disorderly conduct for South Carolina students
As a college student, you work hard to pursue your scholarly goals and get good grades. Cramming for exams and hitting the books causes a lot of stress, and sometimes you need to let loose. Whether you are just hanging out with friends or drinking alcohol at a...
What happens if you are caught with a fake ID?
As a college student under age 21, you may have used a fake ID to purchase alcohol or enter a club or bar. While this may seem like a common and not-so-serious issue, the truth is that if police catch you with a fake ID, you could face serious consequences.If you are...
Can you get a DUI with a prescription drug?
When people think about DUIs, it is usually alcohol that comes to mind. However, you were pulled over when you were taking a prescription medication that made you feel a little groggy, and the officer accused you of driving under the influence. How can it be possible...