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First-time offenders often expect probation, and while state law creates a strong presumption in their favor, a suspended sentence is never guaranteed. South Dakota methamphetamine sentencing laws require judges to consider specific risk factors that could alter the...
Last year, 486 South Dakota law enforcement officers faced assault or lost their lives in the line of duty. Among them was Moody County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok, tragically struck and killed during a police chase. This sobering statistic underscores the rising...
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury in a motorcycle crash on one of South Dakota's scenic highways, you may be facing mounting medical bills you cannot pay. In exchange for quickly processing your insurance claim, an adjuster may ask you to execute a blanket...
Maybe you have always been hot-tempered — but this time you crossed a line with your anger and you wound up arrested on assault and battery charges.You don't have to go through life in a constant state of fight or flight. There are better, and far healthier, ways to...
Marijuana is a drug that is treated differently depending on which state you are in. In some states, it's possible to legally use certain forms of marijuana with a prescription. This can lead to many people having a false sense of security when it comes to the...
All drivers know that they should not get behind the wheel when they are under the influence of alcohol. However, many drivers who consider themselves to be responsible get behind the wheel after one or two light beers, convinced that they are within the legal driving...
You love riding, so you've made a habit of attending rallies around the U.S. One of the best events for motorcyclists is the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which brings in thousands of riders to the city. This year, it's between August 7 and 16, giving riders just over a...
Getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) does not always involve the use of alcohol. Indeed, a South Dakota driver could be charged with DUI without ever drinking a drop of alcohol. That's because any substance that impairs a driver's ability to operate...
Research suggests that attending festivals and rallies can impact how we feel about ourselves and our individual identities. Many people feel a sense of belonging and relative freedom when they are away from home and around people with the same interests. This notion...
Whether the police arrest you for your first or eighth DUI offense, you always want an experienced attorney in your corner. Eight DUI offenses is certainly a possibility, as is the case with one South Dakota man whom police arrested on May 29th. If you do not have the...