by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHAT HAPPENS AT A DUI ARRAIGNMENT HEARING? Being arrested for a DUI in Columbia is no small charge. It is easily one of the most stressful events in a person’s lifetime. Understanding what happens after the initial arrest will help you be more prepared and less...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHAT TO DO AFTER A DUI A DUI is one of the scariest and most stressful crimes you can be accused of. A hundred thoughts probably flood your mind after being pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence. Thoughts like “What do I do if I lose my license?”,...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHAT IS PRETRIAL INTERVENTION? PTI, or pre-trial intervention is a program enacted by the state of South Carolina as a means of criminal diversion. PTI is an alternative to standard criminal prosecution. Because it is a diversion program, there is no requirement for a...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
HOW DOES THE SOUTH CAROLINA LICENSE POINTS SYSTEM WORK? The state of South Carolina uses a point system to keep track of how well a driver obeys the laws of the road. While this is an integral part of South Carolina’s law, many people still do not understand how the...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHY DID I GET A FALSE POSITIVE ON A BREATHALYZER TEST It should come as no surprise that one of the greatest concerns for officers is keeping drivers who are under the influence off the road. Drunk driving is incredibly dangerous for everyone on the road. To this end,...
