Here in Greenville and other parts of South Carolina, DUI checkpoints are legal and are common. These are legally termed “traffic checkpoints.” As the summer comes on and various driving holidays approach, checkpoints are going to proliferate. An ABC4 news article from last summer provides a good example of publicity surrounding the checkpoints. See here. […]
What Are the Levels of DUI Crimes in Greenville, South Carolina?
What Are the Levels of DUI Crimes in Greenville, South Carolina? This article discusses the various DUI crimes in South Carolina. In brief, there are four statutory crimes: Driving under the influence causing impairment — S. Car. Code, §56-5-2930 Driving with an unlawful blood alcohol concentration — S. Car. Code, §56-5-2933 (see above link) Felony […]
Frequently Asked DUI Questions
Driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is a crime here in South Carolina. Here are a few FAQs about DUI arrests. Why Did I Get Pulled Over? In general, law enforcement officers must have probable cause — or at least a reasonable suspicion — before “pulling you over.” That likely means […]
Murder, Manslaughter and Attempted Murder in Greenville, SC
Homicide in South Carolina is criminally punishable whether the killing was done with intent, without intent or accidentally. If you have been arrested for one of these crimes, it is essential to hire a proven and skilled criminal defense attorney like H. Chase Harbin. This article discusses murder, manslaughter, and attempted murder. Crime in […]
