In a proactive move to curb underage drinking, the city of Clemson, SC has initiated a partnership with IntelliCheck, a private technology company. Brian Lewis, CEO of IntelliCheck, expressed optimism about the collaboration, aiming to combat the use of fake IDs in purchasing alcohol and other restricted items among youth. This technology alliance extends to […]
Category Archives: Underage DUI
Easley, South Carolina, a charming and vibrant city, is known for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and strong commitment to public safety. Among the many policies aimed at maintaining the welfare of its residents, the city’s zero-tolerance policy for underage driving under the influence (DUI) stands as a testament to its dedication to keeping the […]
Owing to zero-tolerance DUI laws for underage individuals, teenagers can face serious consequences if they’re faced with teenage DUI convictions. You must understand the potential penalties that you or your child (if you’re a parent) can face, ranging from fines and license suspension to jail time. To ensure that your child’s rights are protected, get […]
DUI laws in South Carolina are very strict, especially for teenagers. If your child has been charged with a DUI, it’s essential to understand how the laws work and the gravity of the situation as a conviction may have a lasting impact on their prospects. A DUI conviction can impact your child’s future, including their […]
It is strictly prohibited in South Carolina to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, especially for underage individuals. Our advice: don’t drink and drive, but if you or someone you know has been charged with underage drunk driving, it is important to seek the help of an experienced attorney from the […]
No matter where you live in this country, the legal drinking age is twenty-one (21). There is a reason for this. The government doesn’t think that it’s safe for people under that age to be drinking alcohol. The fear is that young people will take unnecessary risks if they are drinking. This is especially scary […]
In the United States, there is a federal law that dictates how old you must be to purchase or drink alcohol. The National Minimum Drinking Age law was passed back in 1984 and is set at 21 years old. While the states can set their own DUI laws, they can’t change the legal drinking age. […]
It is not strange to see an entire DUI case collapse in the face of lack of key evidence. This is exactly what happened in a recent Greenville county case which involved a teen DUI and a fatality. Savannah Hutchinson, 17, had been charged with felony DUI after the car she was driving crashed, resulting […]
Savanna Hutchinson, a 17-year-old who had been charged with a felony DUI for an accident that occurred on May 7th 2019 resulting in the death of her friend Gayle Sellers has been released by a court in South Carolina after a blood test to ascertain her blood alcohol content level turned out to be negative. […]
Underage drinking is now at an all-time high in South Carolina. It is estimated that nearly 80-90 individuals under the age of 21 die from alcohol abuse in this state. The cost of underage drinking to South Carolinians is over $1 billion annually. Recent data indicate that at least 3/4th of 12th graders have tried […]
In South Carolina, all drivers can be convicted of a DUI for driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or more. However, the laws differ based on whether the driver in question is an adult or a minor. Anyone charged with a DUI should contact a DUI defense attorney in Greenville for advice about […]
In many states, including South Carolina, the government has instituted what are called “zero tolerance” laws regarding underage drinking and driving. Under these zero tolerance laws, the state considers anyone under the legal drinking age of 21 to be prohibited from consuming alcohol and then driving. So, any trace of alcohol is a crime for […]