Charleston SC DUI Defense Attorney
Have you been arrested for DUI in the Charleston, SC area? Don't go to court until you have spoken with a DUI defense attorney. There are numerous factors and procedures that must be investigated like...
- Why were you pulled over?
- Where were you pulled over?
- Were you advised of your Miranda warnings?
- Did you take any field sobriety tests?
- Did the police officer follow the proper procedures in giving the field sobriety tests?
- Were the field sobriety tests fair?
- Did you blow into the Data Master machine?
- What did you blow? (blood alcohol level)
- Did the police officer follow the proper procedures administering the Data Master machine? (place where you blow)
- If the police officer has taken your driver’s license, how do you get a provisional license? Etc.
A “per se” law relating to DUIs means that regardless of whether a person actually shows any signs of intoxication, they are considered drunk if they have a blood alcohol concentration above the legal driving limit. South Carolina is one of few states in this nation that does not have a “per se” law. This works to our advantage as this means that, unlike most states, the prosecution must prove you not only had a BAC reading above 0.08%, but also that you were “materially” and “substantially” impaired.
In South Carolina, it is not against the law to have a drink and then drive. It is only against the law to drive while intoxicated.
If you are accused of drunk driving in South Carolina, do not admit guilt until you know all the facts. Contact me for a Free Consultation as I am a skilled Charleston DUI defense attorney and will inform you of your rights relating to a driving under the influence charge in the greater Charleston South Carolina area.
Remember that DUI Convictions can remain on your driving record for up to 10 years if not properly handled. The results of these Convictions can be expensive. Contact An experienced Charleston criminal attorney is necessary to maintain your rights in a DUI trial.