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Underage drinking charges should always be taken seriously. South Carolina has very strict underage drinking laws, especially regarding adults under 21 years old driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. But what are South Carolina's underage DUI laws? What are the penalties? And what other state laws apply to underage drinking? If you're facing charges,...

If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol in South Carolina, you have probably already heard or read a lot about BAC or how a high BAC can influence your DUI charge if you are convicted of drunk driving in South Carolina. But what does a high BAC mean? And...

South Carolina minors can face higher standards for DUI than adults. Let's get straight to the point about underage DUI: Yes, a minor can absolutely be arrested for and charged with DUI in South Carolina. If a person under 21 is accused of driving with a BAC of 0.08 percent or higher, they face the...

If you end up getting arrested, you need to know your rights Sometimes, the strongest evidence prosecutors have comes from the defendants themselves. You have a right against self-incrimination. This means that you do not have to give information that could lead to you being charged with a crime. You are not required to act...

The consequences of a BUI conviction in South Carolina can be harsh Boating is not new to the state of South Carolina. It's a popular activity across the state, especially when the weather starts to get warmer. Sometimes when people are out on the water, alcohol may be involved. And just as you can be...

Here's what to expect if you've been charged and convicted Being charged and convicted of assault and battery in South Carolina can have serious consequences. Depending on what type of assault and battery charge you’re up against and many other factors, you could end up serving jail time, being fined thousands of dollars, and other...

A Columbia DUI defense attorney explains how a conviction can follow you Being convicted of DUI in South Carolina carries serious penalties - some of which can last a lifetime. That's because a South Carolina driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI) conviction cannot be removed from your criminal record. There is no...

A Columbia criminal defense attorney breaks down everything you should know "Entrapment" is among the many legal actions and ideas that the entertainment industry gets wrong. Just like there is, generally, no such thing as a "surprise" witness (attorneys must identify witnesses and evidence before trial), not every "setup" falls under entrapment. Entrapment is a...

South Carolina defense lawyer explains how to avoid a criminal conviction Being charged and convicted of a criminal offense in South Carolina can change a person’s life forever. A criminal conviction can prevent people from getting certain jobs, make getting a home loan harder, and ban them from voting in elections in South Carolina. Fortunately,...

A DUI Defense Attorney in Columbia, SC Explains During a DUI traffic stop, it's natural - and sometimes mandatory - to follow a police officer's lead as they ask questions and give directions. Often enough, though, they're leading you straight into a trap. There are many situations where you can say "no" to police requests....