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Accused of failing to stop at a red light? Fight the citation
You were given a citation when you drove through a red light. You were making a right-hand turn and knew that there was no one heading your way, but the police state that you violated the law. South Carolina law does require that you make a complete stop at a red...
Can I get arrested for buying synthetic drugs?
Both the federal government and the state of South Carolina have relatively comprehensive lists of controlled or prohibited substances. Some of the compounds included in the schedule of controlled substances continue to have demand despite their illegality. As a...
Is so-called ‘revenge porn’ illegal in South Carolina?
With the increasing popularity of online dating and the prevalence of smartphone cameras, more and more people are taking explicit photos of themselves or their partners. Unfortunately, some people choose to use those private images as leverage to control or hurt...
3 mistakes to avoid when pulled over for a moving violation
Even if you understand the rules of the road and do whatever you can to follow them, you’re likely to make mistakes from time to time. You might run through a stop sign or run a yellow light when you are in a hurry. Maybe your mind drifts on a long drive and you find...
How a traffic citation will cost you more than just a fine
Seeing those red and blue flashing lights behind you and getting pulled over can absolutely ruin your day. Not only will you now be late to your destination, but you also have a costly problem to handle: your ticket. Whether you get cited for failure to yield, not...
What happens if you get caught driving with a suspended license?
Although many adults treat driving as though it is a basic right, it is a privilege. Those who don't comply with regulations regarding their behavior and their driving practices could wind up without a valid driver's license. Losing your license or having it...
Got in a fight? You could face assault charges
Imagine that you are in a bar where you are swept up in a lively argument. You are frustrated that the other person won’t leave you alone and threatens you multiple times. You ask them to leave you alone, you even try to leave. But none of these strategies get you...
Do you have to let the police into your dorm room?
You know that you do not have to consent to a police search of your home. If the police knock and ask to come in, you can tell them that you don’t give them permission without a warrant. But what about a dorm room? You do not own the building; you are just renting the...
How do you tell your parents you got arrested?
You were at a college party when someone asked you to hold their backpack for them. They just needed to go talk to a friend. You’d been drinking, as had everyone at the party. You took the bag and went to sit on the back porch. Minutes later, the police busted the...
What rights do you have when stopped by the police?
No matter your walk of life, background or appearance, you would probably prefer to avoid interaction with the police. If an officer stops you in public, you might misunderstand your rights. Regardless of the situation in which you might find yourself with a law...
