Oct 27, 2022 | Alcohol Laws in SC, DUI
Most people probably think of DUI as one offense that applies when someone is drinking and driving – if the police think someone was driving a car while they were intoxicated, they will charge the person with driving under the influence (DUI). Did you know that there...
Aug 1, 2022 | Alcohol Laws in SC, Criminal Defense, Drug Charges, DUI
Is Coastal Carolina University a safe learning environment for students who are leaving home for the first time and attending college while living in dorms or off-campus housing? What kinds of arrests are made and what are the crime statistics for CCU? The answer...
Jul 13, 2022 | Alcohol Laws in SC
Minor in possession of alcohol is one of the most common charges picked up by young adults in Myrtle Beach and Conway, SC, whether they are locals, here on vacation, celebrating spring break, or enrolled in school at Coastal Carolina University. It’s a misdemeanor...
Feb 12, 2021 | Alcohol Laws in SC, DUI
Alcohol laws in SC cover a broad range of situations – use of alcohol while driving, use of alcohol while boating, alcohol sales, underage drinking and possession of alcohol, and SC liquor laws are some of the most common. Although there are common themes, alcohol...
Nov 17, 2017 | Alcohol Laws in SC, Criminal Defense
In all 50 states, it is illegal to drink if you are under the age of 21. Why? Did all 50 states somehow come to the same conclusion that 21 is the magic number and anyone younger than 21 cannot handle alcohol consumption? Wisconsin is considering lowering their...
May 26, 2016 | Alcohol Laws in SC, Criminal Defense
Though it may seem quite common, drinking while underage can expose you to serious consequences. Since you aren’t legally allowed to drink, making this mistake is an even bigger deal if you are caught by the police. In South Carolina, the legal drinking age is 21. If...