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Motorcycle riders from all over the country come to Sturgis each year for one of the largest rallies in the nation. It is an exciting social event and often the center point of someone's summer vacation plans if they intend to participate. People network, meet up with...
Social attitudes about drug and alcohol use do not inherently align with legal restrictions. Especially when people travel, they need to acknowledge the possibility that local laws related to drug and alcohol possession and use might lead to their arrest. South Dakota...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have significant consequences for both the driver and other people on the road. South Dakota takes this offense very seriously, and the state has some of the strictest penalties for drunk driving in the...
South Dakota is one of the growing number of states that have at least partly legalized marijuana use. Residents and visitors are allowed to use medical cannabis for nausea relief and other uses. However, South Dakota's laws regarding driving while high have not...
In South Dakota, embezzlement, larceny, and theft are all classified broadly as property crimes. They differ in terms of their specific elements and contexts. Anyone who’s charged with any type of theft crime should ensure they understand the elements of the charge,...
With thousands of drunk driving-related accidents occurring every year, clamping down on this offense is a top priority for law enforcement in South Dakota. Despite officers being given powers to tackle criminal conduct, they cannot act with impunity. Officers must...
The Web is a wonderful and convenient tool since people use it to watch TV/films, work, shop and order food. Unfortunately, people also use it for iniquitous purposes, especially to commit sex crimes. And because the Internet is so ubiquitous, anyone can be a victim...
Being arrested and charged with DUI (driving under the influence) can be a scary and overwhelming experience. However, the consequences of a conviction are severe, which is why you must take a proactive approach to defend yourself. If convicted, you may have to pay...
Chemical experimentation is often part of someone's plans for their vacation. People may want to attend a music festival and have the full, psychedelic experience, or they may frequently use certain substances, like methamphetamine or marijuana, that they feel they...
You may think your case is done and dusted, given the prosecution’s evidence against you. However, it may not be the case. Not all evidence makes it to the courtroom. A judge can exclude some of the prosecution’s evidence from the trial, which can significantly affect...