The legal drinking age in South Carolina is 21. This means that someone who is under 21 can't go to a liquor store and buy anything to drink. They'll get carded and then they will be turned away. Typically, people assume that this means that drinking itself is...
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I was charged with marijuana possession: Can I lose my scholarship?
The Federal government categorizes Marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug. A first-time offender in South Carolina could find themselves behind bars for 30 days and fined $200. If you are a college student who has been charged with possession or sales of marijuana, your...
Can you go to jail for speeding in South Carolina?
Most people understand that speeding is against the law and will avoid doing so. However, there are times when speeding may seem appropriate, which is why the majority of people will admit to have sped at least once time in their life. South Carolina has specific...
How can you beat drug possession charges?
Any kind of drug charge can be consequential. You could be facing time in jail or a heavy fine, and that’s not all. A criminal record following a conviction can haunt you for the rest of your life, blocking you from education or job opportunities. If you have been...
What kinds of violations lead to a suspended license?
You appear in traffic court after getting a ticket. The judge asks you about any driving violations you had before your current violation. You admit to several — your hearing ends with your driver’s license suspended. When you ask the judge how you are going to get to...
Key reasons to dispute criminal charges
Being convicted of a criminal offense can impact your life significantly. Personal relationships among family members could be strained while you are on trial. Additionally, your career prospects might be stunted. People often become deflated when they have been...
Simple mistakes could lead to accusations of kidnapping
Many people get a lot of their information about the criminal justice system from popular media. They may have an inaccurate idea of what constitutes kidnapping as a result. When a television show or movie depicts kidnapping, it is almost always a dramatic,...
How do you reinstate your suspended license in South Carolina?
Whether you had too many points on your license or lost your license because of a DUI, it’s important that you don’t drive when you have a suspension. Suspensions are frustrating and inconvenient, but driving on one has the potential to lead to a longer suspension,...
Don’t assume your teen hasn’t already started drinking
As a parent, you remember well how you started drinking in college, even though you weren't 21. But your teenager is still in high school, so you assume they haven't begun drinking yet. You believe they know that it is illegal and dangerous and that they wouldn't...
Common types of traffic violation in South Carolina
Across South Carolina, many people use their driving privileges to carry out activities that are important to them. For instance, driving might provide the main source of income for a family. Furthermore, the ability to legally use a vehicle could be essential to...