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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...
If you are facing charges of driving under the influence (DUI), it’s important to understand that you have rights under the law. It’s also important to understand the potential consequences you’ll face in South Dakota if you lose your case and are convicted of...
If you are facing criminal charges and the police tell you they have a witness, you would be right to worry. Witness accounts have helped secure prosecutions for many crimes. The problem is that people can place too much faith in them and forget that not all witnesses...