Marijuana legislation has circulated through states across the United States in recent years. The topic of legalization continues to gain more bipartisan support by the year. As more states allow adults to smoke marijuana, either recreationally or for medical...
Drug Crimes
Am I responsible for the drugs my friend has in my car?
Drug charges are a serious offense, and you might find yourself accountable for the actions of others on account of their drug use. If you own a car, you may not always be in control of what comes inside it when you give your friends a ride. The drug laws in South...
Should you take a breath analysis test?
If you think that you have a right to refuse a breath analysis test, you would not be alone. However, you would also be incorrect. Due to implied consent laws, you give your consent to DUI tests the moment you use a public access road. But what can an officer actually...
A new bill could end mandatory minimum sentences for drug crimes
Based on South Carolina's current criminal statutes, a charge of drug trafficking represents the highest level of drug-related offenses. As noted by The Sun News, a conviction carries a “mandatory minimum” sentencing requirement. Critics of what many say is an...
When do you have to disclose a drug conviction on your FAFSA?
If you plan to compete for government-backed grants, loans, and work-study funds, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by your college's or university's deadline. This deadline often comes early in the academic year, so don't let it...
What is drug court?
Drug courts are a newer idea in criminal justice. They focus on helping you if you face a drug charge rather than punishing you. Going through drug court can be a second chance. It can enable you to change your life and head down a better path. According to the Ninth...
Can authorities search your car without a warrant?
During a South Carolina traffic stop, you maintain certain rights. Knowing what these rights are and when to exercise them may work in your favor. The law enforcement officer who stops you may try to get your consent to search your vehicle if he or she suspects...
Several jurisdictions are banning no-knock warrants
People often move and fail to update all the different organizations that have the address on file. When someone else moves into the last home that person lived in and police later pursue a warrant for the person’s arrest, the new residents might find themselves...
Marijuana laws in South Carolina
Crossing state lines can be confusing when it comes to marijuana laws. While some states allow legal marijuana sales for recreational use, others only approve cannabis for medical purposes and still, other states do not allow legal marijuana use in any form. We...
A closer look at drug court in Berkeley County
Residents of Berkeley County who are facing drug charges or dealing with a substance abuse disorder may now have a new treatment option available to them. Berkeley County’s drug court began accepting drug offenders during the fall of 2017, making drug court more...
