If you plan to drive in South Carolina, it’s important to know the state’s laws regarding the transportation of alcoholic beverages. Open container laws are in place to ensure that drivers and passengers are safe on the roadways. Importantly, South Carolina has had an open container law since 1996, which makes it illegal for passengers…
Have you committed a felony involving an over-the-limit blood alcohol content? If so, you may want to consult with an experienced lawyer in South Carolina. Are you looking for a law firm that can properly represent you? A first offense could carry a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail, while any subsequent offenses could…
Every day, thousands of people decide to drive after consuming alcohol. It’s a dangerous and reckless act that can have serious consequences, and in South Carolina, the statistics are even more sobering. This alarming trend impacts our communities and puts innocent people at risk. While the state has taken active measures to reduce drunk driving…
After being arrested for DUI you need to find a good and qualified attorney to represent you. If you do not know how to go about it below is a list of questions to ask a prospective lawyer during your initial consultation. A drunk driving charge can completely ruin your life. It can convenience both…
In South Carolina, you can be charged with either a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or a DUAC (driving with an Unlawful Alcohol Concentration) if you have a blood alcohol content over the legal limit. The two are very similar, but not quite the same. A DUI charge implies that your ability to drive was…
While everyone knows that you shouldn’t drink and drive, it happens every single day in upstate South Carolina. Greenville County averages around 320 DUI arrests each year, which is almost one DUI arrest a day in the county alone. If you make the mistake of drinking and driving, whether you are a first-time offender or…