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The holidays are a time to celebrate, but a DUI can have long-term consequences. If you plan to partake in holiday festivities that involve alcohol this winter, it's important to do so responsibly and be mindful of South Carolina's DUI laws. DUI defense attorney Matt Bodman has put together a list of 5 tips to...

You Have a Right to Remain Silent - Here's How to Use It Miranda rights are regularly depicted in movies and shows but often leave viewers with an inaccurate understanding of the law. To protect your freedom, it is critical that you know what Miranda rights are and when they apply if South Carolina police...

A juvenile criminal defense lawyer can explain your potential options. Juvenile criminal charges should be taken just as seriously as adult charges. The penalty for being a minor in possession of alcohol conviction, for example, may include a big fine and jail time. Many parents don't know until it happens to them, but you must...

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...