Author: Aaron De Bruin

Common Issues With Field Sobriety Tests

Common Issues With Field Sobriety Tests

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Field sobriety tests are used by police officers to evaluate a driver’s level of intoxication. Field sobriety tests are often used in conjunction with a Breathalyzer, which measures the amount of alcohol in one’s breath. Although field sobriety tests are commonly used in all 50 states, they are not always accurate. Officers may mistakenly arrest drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs when the driver is not actually intoxicated. The horizontal gaze nystagmus (HGN) test When an officer asks a driver to complete the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, the officer is studying the driver’s eyes. When...

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How Much Does A DUI Attorney Cost?

How Much Does A DUI Attorney Cost?

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An arrest for a DUI is an expensive ordeal. There’s bail to get out of jail, the SR-22 insurance that must be filed for three years, and the cost of taking a South Carolina Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program. There may be other costs that cannot be quantified, like a loss of employment or damage to your reputation. Many individuals arrested for driving under the influence also worry about the expense of a defense attorney. In fact, the majority of Americans—a reported 63 percent—do not have the funds available to cover a $500 emergency. Taking your dog to...

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The Breathalyzer Test in South Carolina

The Breathalyzer Test in South Carolina

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 In South Carolina, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. If you are stopped for suspected drunk driving, the police officer may use a Breathalyzer to test how much alcohol is in your system. The police officer will ask you to blow into the Breathalyzer for a few seconds. The Breathalyzer will then provide a reading of your blood alcohol content. When a person drinks alcohol, ethanol enters the bloodstream. The more alcohol that is consumed, the higher the concentration of ethanol will be. With each breath, a small amount...

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What To Do When An Order Of Protection Is Filed Against You

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If you have recently found out that an order of protection has been filed against you, you probably have many questions about how to proceed. When dealing with issues of this nature, it is essential to hire a competent domestic violence attorney for your defense. Representing yourself in court or hiring a lawyer who is not familiar with the complex domestic violence laws in South Carolina may end disastrously.

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When A Police Officer Searches Your Car

When A Police Officer Searches Your Car

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As criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina, we often defend clients who were arrested after their cars were searched. When this happens, we must be diligent about ensuring that a client’s rights were not violated. Under the Fourth Amendment, American citizens are protected from illegal searches and seizures. Should a police officer obtain evidence against you illegally, we may be able to use it for your defense. If you have been charged with a crime because of evidence obtained from a search of your car, we will work with you to determine whether or not this search was legal...

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