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 […]
When a person has been charged with a DUI, sometimes the charge can be reduced to what is known as Wet Reckless driving. In most cases, the penalties for wet reckless driving are less severe than for an actual charge of DUI. However, it is important to remember that even though reduced, a wet reckless […]
As a parent, we always want to do everything we can to protect our children. When they hurt, we hurt. When they are sad, we are sad. And, when they are in trouble, we want to do everything we can to help them. Sometimes, the best thing you can do to help your child is […]
When a person is arrested and charged with a DUI, the results of the individual’s field sobriety or breathalyzer test, or both, will likely be critical to that person’s conviction or vindication. As such, if you are stopped by an officer in South Carolina and asked to submit to a field sobriety or breathalyzer test, […]
A woman is facing felony DUI charges following a fatal crash that occurred in September of 2015 on I-26 in South Carolina. The woman, 24-year-old Destiny Mills, was driving her vehicle while intoxicated when she slammed into the rear of another vehicle, killing 21-year-old Olivia Johnson when she was ejected from the vehicle. While Johnson […]
Yes, you can face a DUI charge for operating a golf cart in South Carolina. South Carolina law makes it unlawful to drive a motor vehicle anywhere in the state when alcohol, drugs, or a combination of substances materially and appreciably impair your ability to drive. A golf cart is self-propelled and may be treated […]
An out-of-state driver arrested for DUI in South Carolina may lose the right to drive in South Carolina before the criminal case is resolved. South Carolina generally does not cancel a license issued by another state. It can suspend the driver’s nonresident operating privilege within South Carolina and notify the licensing agency in the driver’s […]
A boating under the influence arrest on Lake Hartwell can lead to serious criminal consequences under South Carolina law. Law enforcement patrols the lake heavily during peak boating seasons, and even minor observations can lead to detention, chemical testing, and charges. Understanding how these stops happen, what rights apply, and how the legal process unfolds […]
Prescription medication can lead to a DUI arrest in South Carolina if it affects driving ability, even when taken legally and as prescribed. During summer travel, factors like long drives, heat, fatigue, and schedule changes can intensify side effects such as drowsiness or slowed reaction time. Law enforcement evaluates impairment based on behavior, not just […]
The Bateman Law Firm is proud to congratulate our consultant, Scotty Roberson, on being named this year’s recipient of the Paul B. Wickensimer Award by the Greenville County Bar Association. The Paul B. Wickensimer Award recognizes individuals who have promoted a better understanding of the rule of law, encouraged greater respect for the law and […]
Holiday weekend DUI arrests in South Carolina often involve heavy enforcement activity, rapid decision-making by officers, and evidence gathered under pressure. The Bateman Law Firm regularly reviews these cases to identify whether breath tests, field sobriety tests, video recordings, or police procedures contain errors or inconsistencies that can affect the outcome. Many DUI cases depend […]
Clemson experiences a noticeable rise in DUI arrests during summer months, especially in areas surrounding campus, downtown routes, and roads leading toward Lake Hartwell. The Bateman Law Firm represents individuals facing these charges across South Carolina and regularly sees how seasonal gatherings, graduation celebrations, tourism, and lake activity contribute to increased enforcement activity. Law enforcement […]