New Ignition Interlock Device Law Takes Effect in South Carolina
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster recently signed bill S.36 into law. Known as the Ignition Interlock Bill, S.36 establishes new penalties for drivers convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) with a blood alcohol concentration [...]
What Are the Requirements of South Carolina’s Implied Consent Law?
When you get pulled over for drunk driving in South Carolina, the officer will typically ask you to take a breath test. What the officer might not tell you, however, is that you may actually [...]
If I Refused a Breath Test, Can I Still Be Convicted of DUI in South Carolina?
If you are facing a DUI charge in South Carolina, prosecutors need to be able to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. If they don’t have clear evidence that you were drunk behind the [...]
10 Steps to Take After a DUI Arrest in North Charleston
If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in North Charleston, you need to do everything you can to protect yourself. Not only do DUI charges carry serious penalties in South Carolina, but [...]
Did You Get a DUI in Charleston During Spring Break?
If you got a DUI in Charleston during spring break, you are not alone. Local police step up their enforcement efforts during spring break week, and each year multiple students find themselves going home with [...]
Can You Use Dash Camera Footage to Defend Against a DUI in North Charleston?
If you are facing a DUI charge in North Charleston, there is a good chance that there is video footage of your arrest. All police vehicles in South Carolina are equipped with dash cameras, and [...]