The average traffic stop in South Carolina results in personal frustration, a ticket and maybe increased insurance costs for the driver. However, if the police officer feels like the driver was particularly irresponsible, they might arrest them and charge them with a...
Traffic Violations
3 reasons you might choose to fight a traffic ticket
Almost all adults know that they have the right to defend themselves against criminal allegations. However, many people don't realize that this right extends to traffic citations. The average person who receives a ticket after a traffic stop will just pay the ticket...
Thinking of adding decorations to your vehicle? Read this first
Bumper stickers, window decals and other vehicle ornaments have long been used by people to add a little personality to their cars, trucks and motorhomes — and why not? If you spend a significant chunk of your time running errands, commuting or traveling the country,...
What happens if you get pulled over with a suspended license?
The state of South Carolina could suspend your license for all kinds of reasons. Maybe you have a traffic fine that you have not paid in full yet. Perhaps you accrued one too many significant citations. A suspension or revocation technically means you cannot legally...
A successful defense is possible for driving on a suspended license
Everyone knows that you need a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle. All 50 states impose harsh consequences for people who violate these laws. However, sometimes people make mistakes and continue to drive without a valid driver's license. Other times,...
When does speeding turn into reckless driving in South Carolina?
Most drivers break speed limits at least some of the time. Despite knowing that such rules are designed to prevent traffic collisions and fatalities, the temptation of getting somewhere just a little bit faster is hard for people to resist. For some people, speeding...
A medical condition can cost you your driving privileges
Most people don’t realize it until it happens to them, but you can lose your South Carolina driver’s license if a law enforcement officer believes that a medical condition (mental or physical) may make you unfit to drive. They will leave it to your doctor and...
5 reasons you may want to contest a traffic ticket
If you receive a ticket for an alleged traffic violation, there is always a chance that you will be able to successfully fight the charges in court. Even minor traffic violations can have serious consequences, so it's always worth considering defending yourself...
Fighting a speeding ticket in court vs. paying the fine
No matter how careful drivers across Greenville are, they may still get a speeding ticket, sometimes for going only a few miles above the limit. A speeding ticket adds points to a license in most states, and too many points could result in the loss of driving...
How the point system traffic law works
Like many states, South Carolina’s traffic laws operate on a points basis. That means if South Carolina residents violate traffic laws, they accumulate points against their licenses, which can result in severe penalties. While these points serve as a method to...