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...
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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 is disorderly conduct, and how can you avoid a charge?
If you get into a fight while at a bar with your friends, you could be charged for disorderly conduct. You could also be charged if you participate in other types of behaviors that annoy or disturb the public. Some examples of disorderly conduct include: Urinating on...
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...
How can Drug Court help those facing drug charges?
Contrary to popular belief, a significant number of individuals who are facing drug charges aren't big-time drug dealers. Instead, they're people who possess and/or sell small amounts of a drug to support an addiction. Many of the defendants facing drug charges don't...
What will your parents say if you get arrested for drug charges?
If you get arrested on drug charges while you’re out with friends or even away at college, you may dread that phone conversation with your parents. You know you have to tell them eventually. How are they going to react? What are they going to say? After the initial...
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...
Can you get arrested for yelling at someone?
You know well that you can get arrested for a physical altercation. Even if you were just defending yourself, the police may arrest you and the other party while they try to sort out who was the aggressor. But what if an altercation never quite goes that far? Say...