Category Archives: The Bateman Law Blog

Common Injuries Sustained By A Drunk Driving Crash Victim

If you’ve been in a recent drunk driving car accident, you may be experiencing serious injuries (even without knowing so). These include injuries to your neck, back, and head. Today, we’ll discuss some of the common injuries that can happen after an accident, and what you can do to help treat them. Injuries like whiplash, […]

DUI In Clemson, South Carolina: What You Need To Know

if you are caught with a high BAC you will be charged with DUI in Clemson

Did you know that Clemson, South Carolina has designated “safe zones” to keep its residents safe? Did you know that these safe zones have special penalties for anyone caught driving under influence? There is also a very low threshold for what constitutes a DUI in Clemson. In this article, we will look at everything you […]

What are the Consequences of a DUI Conviction in South Carolina?

If you’ve been charged with DUI in the state of South Carolina, you should know that the penalties are quite severe. In some states, there are no mandatory jail sentences for misdemeanor DUI convictions. Many other states also limit their fines to a couple of thousands of dollars. This isn’t the case in South Carolina. […]

What To Do When You’re Charged With DUI & How To Avoid A Conviction

If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), don’t panic! There are plenty of ways to defend yourself in court after being charged with DUI if you have strong legal representation. Arresting officers don’t always follow proper protocol when conducting field sobriety tests or Breathalyzer tests, which means that your results might not […]

Can You Avoid DUI Charges With An Involuntary Intoxication Defense?

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In the past, involuntary intoxication was deemed a valid legal defense for DUI charges. Recently, involuntary intoxication might not be regarded as justification for engagement in certain crimes – particularly drunk driving. However, generally speaking, if an individual engages in illegal activities without intention, they may be eligible for evading a conviction. If you did […]

How To Perform Well In Field Sobriety Tests

Field sobriety tests (FTSs) are sets of three tests used by police to discern whether a driver is intoxicated. The tasks evaluate balance, coordination, and proficiency to divide attention to more than one task during the field sobriety test. The tests have been scientifically proven to validate legal intoxication in drivers doubted of drunken driving […]

Why A No Contest Plea For DUI Charges Is A VERY Bad Idea?

a no contest plea will result in a DUI conviction which will remain on your record

A lot of people mistakenly think that when they are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, they can simply accept a no contest plea to the charges, pay their fines, and save their time without any further penalties to worry about – but it’s not as simple as that. A […]

Driver Intoxication or Impairment: What You Should Base Your Case On

You can ask any driver in South Carolina, and they’ll know that the legal limit for DUI is 0.08. At least all our clients have known this. What people don’t realize is that you don’t have to blow higher than the legal limit to be suspected of driver intoxication, arrested and charged with DUI. So […]

Field Sobriety Test: A Brief Overview

Most people have heard of a field sobriety test. This is especially true for people old enough to have their driver’s license. If the cops in South Carolina ever pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, there are certain things they’re looking for. For example, if they smell alcohol or marijuana, or think you […]

When Must You Plead Guilty To DUI Charges & What To Expect?

If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in South Carolina, you will most likely have to appear in front of a judge to plead guilty to DUI charges or not guilty. Appearing in court on your DUI charges can be intimidating, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the process. In South Carolina, […]