The increasing acceptance of cannabis use in states across the U.S. is creating a headache for law enforcement officials – especially when it comes to testing drivers who might be suffering from impairment due to their use of either cannabis itself – or products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) extract. THC is the active ingredient that causes […]
Category Archives: DUI
Driving under the influence (DUI) arrests typically follow a set pattern. An officer on the road suspects that you are DUI. You are stopped by the officer who then observes you and looks for any other signs of intoxication. If there are such signs, you are asked to exit the car and undergo a number […]
DUI offenses carry a number of penalties in South Carolina. These include jail time, fine, mandatory rehabilitation programs as well as license suspension. The penalties increase with each subsequent DUI offense. Typically, the first penalty you will face after a DUI arrest is the license suspension. Your license will be confiscated by the officer making […]
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in South Carolina. It also poses a safety risk to other drivers and pedestrians. And as a Clemson DUI lawyer will tell you, during the holiday season there is a sharp increase in the number of DUI arrests and crashes. This is for a number of […]
A driver involved in a fatal DUI accident has been denied bond at the hearing following his arrest. The hearing took place last Tuesday and was the occasion of an emotional scene with the driver tearfully saying how sorry he was for the accident. The accident itself took place a few days earlier on the […]
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 […]
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 […]
A DUI citation can be a life-changing experience affecting your financial and social standing. You may be slapped with heavy fines, face possible jail-time and have your license suspended for a period. The jail time can range from a few days to a few years depending on whether it’s the first, second or subsequent offense. […]
DUI is a serious offense in South Carolina. In fact, the DUI laws in the state are touted as zero-tolerance so it is a good idea to know what happens when the police stop you for DUI. This usually means that you are in for stiff penalties if you get a DUI citation. This is […]
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense as it poses a risk to you and to other drivers on the road so it is good practice to get a qualified DUI lawyer. South Carolina has one of the highest rates of DUI-related deaths. In 2017 alone, nearly 22,000 drivers were arrested in South […]
If you get a DUI citation for the first time, you will likely receive a light penalty. However, the judge who decides your penalty reserves the right to sentence you for jail time. The jail time for first-time DUI in South Carolina can range from 48 hours all the way to 90 days. The actual […]
Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, is considered a serious offense in all states. A DUI citation will stay on your driving record for many years, from 7 to 10 years in most states. It can also significantly affect your insurance rates, forcing you to pay a higher premium for your auto policy. That being […]