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Did the Police Properly Administer the Field Sobriety Tests During Your SC DUI Stop?
Police officers in South Carolina can rely on several types of evidence to make DUI arrests. One of these types of evidence is a suspect’s “failure” of the field sobriety tests (FSTs). Under South Carolina law, you are not required to take field sobriety tests during...
Facing a South Carolina DUI in 2024: Key Lessons from the Past Year
Facing a DUI charge in South Carolina can be scary. Simply being arrested for DUI can have serious consequences, while getting convicted of DUI can negatively impact your life for years to come. As a result, it is critical to make smart decisions, and this starts with...
What To Do (and What Not To Do) if You Get a Holiday DUI in North Charleston
No one plans on getting a DUI. Getting a DUI is never convenient, and going to court is never at the top of anyone’s to-do list. But, if you get a DUI during the holidays, dealing with the consequences of your arrest can be even more frustrating and challenging than...
The “Dos” and “Don’ts” of Facing a DUI Charge in South Carolina
Facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in South Carolina presents serious risks. At a minimum, you are facing thousands of dollars in fines, assessments, surcharges, and insurance premium increases—along with a six-month driver’s license suspension and 48...
What You Need to Know When Facing a DUI as a College Student in South Carolina
As a college student in South Carolina, getting charged with driving under the influence (DUI) can have serious consequences. Not only can you face penalties in court if you get convicted, but you can also face consequences at school, and having a DUI for under 21 on...
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 (BAC) of less than 0.15...
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 be required to take the breath test under South Carolina’s implied consent...
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 wheel, they won’t be able to secure a conviction, and you are entitled to walk...
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 a DUI conviction can also follow you for the rest of your...
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 DUIs. Even if you were just trying to have fun on spring...
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 the police are required to record all DUI stops under state law. So, what...
How Do You Get a DUI Dismissed in South Carolina?
When you are facing a DUI charge in South Carolina, getting your charge dismissed is the best-case scenario. If your charge gets dismissed, this means your case is over (assuming you aren’t facing any additional charges, like a DUI refusal), and you can get back to...

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Rad S. Deaton
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Rad Deaton
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Rad Deaton
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Lowcountry Attorney
Rad S. Deaton
Deaton Law Firm, LLC, led by Rad Deaton, offers personalized legal representation in various practice areas, including criminal defense, personal injury, DUI, and family law. Since establishing the practice, Mr. Deaton has earned a reputation for providing confidential, timely, and cost-efficient results to his clients, steering them through some of life’s most formidable legal situations.
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