DUI

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...

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...

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...

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...

Driving under the influence (DUI) convictions can get costly with court fees, fines, and mandatory interlock installations. These are a few of the typical expenses when facing a DUI charge. However, in South Dakota, a DUI can dig much deeper into your pockets than you...

Those accused of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in South Dakota will face multiple possible criminal penalties if they plead guilty or the courts convict them. A judge can sentence them to incarceration in state facilities or probation. The defendant may...

In South Dakota, you are prohibited from transporting any open alcoholic beverages within your vehicle. You can transport alcohol in closed containers, but to be safe, placing them in your trunk is a good idea. Having an open container in your vehicle is a class 2...

Any time you’re driving, it’s expected that you are not impaired by any drugs or alcohol. You need to follow the traffic laws and should not make errors linked with impairment. Most people think that if they don’t drink alcohol before driving that they won’t face a...

A DUI arrest and conviction is inconveniencing to say the least. It will result in your spending a lot of time in court appearances and money on legal fees. A DUI arrest and conviction can also hurt your relationship with friends and family. A DUI arrest and...

Contrary to what some people believe, police officers can’t stop you without having a valid reason. Instead, they need to see something that leads them to believe that there’s something amiss. In the case of initiating a drunk driving stop, there are often signs that...