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According to National Institute of Health, "Benzodiazepines are central nervous system depressant drugs often detected in biological samples from driving under the influence (DUI) offenders. They are associated with marked psychomotor impairment." Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, valium and a wide variety of other drugs are all considered benzodiazepines.  They are commonly prescribed by physicians, and many...

There are numerous colleges in and around Columbia, South Carolina including Allen University, Columbia International University, Midlands Technical College, University of South Carolina, Webster University, and more. As those colleges go on spring break, some students will travel to far-flung destinations. Many others, however, will stay put in Columbia. If you are staying in Columbia...

In South Carolina, you could be charged with a serious criminal offense if you threaten to do harm to someone with a weapon, or if you use a weapon to injure or kill someone. However, you can defend yourself from charges if you acted in self-defense. Self-defense laws do not necessarily give you a license...

An Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program operates in South Carolina and requires many drunk driving offenders to have a special device installed in their cars after being convicted of a DUI offense. The program is a very strict one, and DUI defendants need to be aware of what ignition interlock devices are, how they work, and when...

Columbia drivers need to be aware of the drugged driving risks and consequences. You need to know what could happen if you are arrested for drugged driving, or if you opt to drive while under the influence of drugs. By understanding possible risks and penalties, you can make a more informed choice not to get...

Thanksgiving is one time of the year when it is especially important not to drive drunk. While you should always make sure you are sober behind the wheel in order to avoid accidents or arrests, there are certain times when impaired driving presents an even greater risk than normal. Thanksgiving is one of those times. Thanksgiving...

When you are pulled over by the police in Columbia, it can be a really frightening experience. Your situation becomes exponentially worse if law enforcement officers think you're intoxicated. The law enforcement officer who pulled you over may ask you to submit to a field sobriety test to detect if you are drunk. If that...

Columbia College, University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Southern University, and W.L. Bonner College are home to thousands of students who come to Columbia, South Carolina each year to get a college education.  Many of these students not only enjoy the academic opportunities these colleges provide, but also enjoy the social aspects of college as well. The...

Being arrested on a first offense is a frightening experience, especially if you haven't ever been arrested or involved with the criminal justice system before. Faced with the prospect of being arrested for the first time, many people do not know what to do next or how to protect their rights. There is a lot...

If you have never been arrested or had any encounters with law enforcement, it can be frightening to be pulled over by police and asked to submit to a test of your blood alcohol content. An arrest is even more scary for a first DUI offense.  As you become involved with the criminal justice process, you need...