In the United States, federal and state laws are not always the same. Similarly, states can also have various laws between them. For a perfect example of this, consider how some recreational drugs, like marijuana and other cannabis extracts, are legal in many places,...
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What are field sobriety tests?
Officers use field sobriety tests to evaluate the balance, agility and attention level of drivers when they suspect intoxication or impairment. When pulled over for a suspected DUI, officers will likely ask you to perform three tests. Three standard tests For the...
What does implied consent mean for your DUI arrest?
Whether you work in town, on an oil rig far away or virtually anywhere else, you may have little choice but to drive to your place of employment. If a DUI conviction results in the loss of your driving privileges, you may also lose your job. When officers suspect...
Defending yourself against cocaine charges in South Dakota
Cocaine is illegal to possess, sell and traffic in all states. However, the penalties to which an offender will be subject depends on the state that they were in at the time. In South Dakota, the severity of the penalties for cocaine possession, sale or trafficking...
Methamphetamine: A real struggle for people in South Dakota
Methamphetamine is a highly illegal substance that has few medical uses. It is known to have a high potential for abuse, and it's also known that using meth can lead to psychological physical dependency.Unfortunately, methamphetamine has spread throughout South...
Understanding heroin laws in South Dakota
Heroin is a highly addictive drug that destroys lives. Unfortunately, those who become addicted to the drug face huge challenges when getting clean, because of the profound withdrawal symptoms and the highly addictive nature.Federal laws and South Dakota state laws...
Are you aware of these DUI defenses?
If you have recently been charged with a DUI, this likely occurred after you were pulled over by law enforcement officials and asked to perform a Breathalyzer test. If this was the case, you must take swift action to adequately defend yourself. Failing to do so could...
Do you know the weaknesses of Breathalyzer tests?
Failing a Breathalyzer test is a frustrating, often frightening experience. In the moment, many people feel as though they are headed straight for a drunk driving conviction and there is nothing they can do about it. Drunk driving arrests are all different, so there...
A DUI conviction, a suspended license and your future
Let us say that you were returning home after attending a party to celebrate the new job you are about to start. Law enforcement pulled you over for a broken taillight but smelled alcohol on your breath.The officer arrested you on suspicion of driving under the...
How to avoid a DUI around the holidays
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's should be a joyous time of year. You do not want to ruin such a memorable and happy occasion by getting a DUI. South Dakota consistently has the highest rate of DUIs in the country. There are approximately 938 arrests for DUI out...