The holiday season is just around the corner and a sense of festivity is in the air. It is the time of the year for gifts, parties, winter snows, hearty dinners and celebrations all around. It is also the time when most of us have a lot of time on your hands – having more […]
John Bateman Speaks at Resse Joy Seminar
John was recently offered the opportunity to speak at the Reese Joy Seminar in Columbia. This seminar is considered one of the preeminent seminars in the country, with the Who’s Who of criminal and DUI attorneys from across the US in attendance. Mental Health is an issue that everyone at the Bateman Law Firm considers […]
Car Crashes Into House Front in DUI Crash
A car crashes into the front of a house in Greenville County on Tuesday, Nov 19. The driver was apparently driving under the influence (DUI) and was apprehended by the police officers. According to the authorities, the crash took place at around 7:30 a.m. The driver was one John Patrick of Taylors, aged 22. Patrick was […]
Why You Should Fight Your First DUI Charge
Driving Under Influence (DUI) is an offense which is often taken lightly. However, as a DUI defense attorney knows, the penalties attached to this offense can be a life-changing experience. Many people take a light view of the first DUI offense in particular. This is a critical mistake. Your first DUI conviction can cause permanent […]
Authorities Pay $550K to Family of Man Who Died After DUI Arrest
The city of Charleston and the county have paid $550,000 to the family of a man who died after DUI arrest due to what looks like police negligence. The man, Nathaniel Rhodes, was involved in a car crash. He was suspected of driving under the influence. The crash took place back in August, 2008. Following […]
Defending Against Unreliable Alcohol Breath Tests
Many people have long suspected that there are sometimes issues with traditional breath tests, which are often a mainstay of what police use in order to determine if drivers are drunk or not. In fact, nearly one million Americans are arrested each and every year for drunk driving with the overwhelming number of those cases […]
License Reinstatement After DUI in South Carolina
DUI in South Carolina is a serious offense. The penalties for the first citation may not be very severe but second, third or subsequent citations carry stiff penalties. Typical penalties for a DUI charge may include jail time, fine, and mandatory drug rehabilitation program. The court may also order you to install an ignition interlock […]
High-Ranking SC Trooper Retires Amidst DUI Case Controversy
High-ranking sc trooper retires amidst DUI case controversy. Captain Stacy Craven, a trooper with the South Carolina Highway Patrol, has retired in the middle of an ongoing investigation. The investigation, currently led by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), relates to the DUI case of a major Clemson donor. The Office of Professional Responsibility, […]
How to Get a Restricted License After DUI License Suspension?
DUI penalties can seriously impact your lifestyle. Apart from the hefty fines, you also face the prospect of jail-time. In addition, you may have your license suspended for a period of few days to a few months or even more. DUI license suspension can be a major problem. With your license suspended, you can no […]
Bateman Attends Exclusive NCDC Program
Over the summer, John was accepted to attend the National Criminal Defense College at the Roger Williams University Law School in Bristol, Rhode Island. Only 112 participants are accepted for the two-week program!! During these two weeks, John underwent intensive and innovative training on a variety of topics including client interviews, jury selection, direct and […]
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