Nov 29, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Felony DUI, Uncategorized
Around 3:00 a.m., on interstate I-26, a South Carolina Highway Patrolman observed a vehicle speeding by at over 100 miles per hour. As the trooper attempted to pull the vehicle over, it was allegedly going so fast that he could not keep up, and lost the vehicle twice.
When the vehicle entered the curve near the Bennet Yard Overpass, authorities believe the vehicle struck the retaining wall, flipped over the interstate, eventually coming to a stop. When rescue crews arrived on the scene, the car was on fire with a male passenger trapped inside. The crew was able to get the passenger out, but he obtained serious injuries. The woman was charged with Felony DUI.
If you or a loved one has been charged with a Felony DUI, it is important that you get a defense team on your back to assist with the upcoming difficult stages that are going to take place. The law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP have professionals who understand DUI law, and are here to help you. You can call us for a consultation at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
Nov 26, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Uncategorized
Two Rock Hill, SC men, arriving in a Buick Regal, attempted to shoplift some cold alcoholic beverages from a local Food Lion when suddenly, they ran out of gas. The shoplifters pilfered the beer from the Food Lion located on Heckle Boulevard. The car was driven by a Rock Hillwoman who was identified by a Food Lion worker. The employee was also able to provide the police with a license plate number.
Police found the unfortunate threesome stranded on the side of McConnells Highway just a little while later; their car having run out of gas. They identified the license plate number and drove the couple to theYork County jail. Here, the man allegedly attempted to spit in the face of the officer. The woman stated that she did not know the beer was stolen, but mentioned, however, that it was weird that her friends had beer on Sunday.
Alcohol is an addiction that can do weird things to people. When people have been drinking, or have the urge to drink, the potential to engage in criminal actions is greatly heightened. If you or someone you love has done something foolish as a result of consumption, or in the pursuit of consumption of alcohol, call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. Here we understand the grip alcohol can have on a person and we are here to help you. Call us at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999 for a consultation. We have attorneys who are knowledgeable in DUI and alcohol related defense.
Nov 19, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Uncategorized
A 43-year-old man is being charged with DUI and Child Endangerment after deputies say he was driving under the influence of alcohol with his 5-year-old daughter in the car. Deputies found the car pulled over to the side of the road with the man and his daughter asleep in the car, with the car in drive and the engine running.
Additionally, the man registered a 0.17 on a breathalyzer exam, which is over double the legal limit. The man was taken to Kershaw County Detention Center, and his daughter was taken to her grandmothers.
Driving under the influence can have some serious penalties attached to it; however, if you add other charges to a DUI, fines and penalties can rack up quickly. If you or a loved one has been charged with Driving under the Influence call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. You can reach our Fort Mill, SC office at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999.
Nov 19, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Uncategorized
A Rock Hill police officer is on “procedural suspension” and being charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Police report that he was driving his Chevrolet Malibu down Main Street around 1:20 a.m.
It was reported that he was driving fast enough that when he went over railroad tracks his car bottomed out. The officers who pulled the car over could smell a strong odor of alcohol emanating from the driver. The driver then proceeded to fail several field sobriety tests.
He was taken to the Tega Cay Police Department where he failed to give a breath sample. He was immediately given his notice of suspension form. The man was driving an unmarked vehicle, and the report did not state whether it belonged to Rock Hill Police.
People from all walks of life can make the mistake of being charged with a DUI. One drink can turn into a few, and the decision to get behind the wheel of a car becomes more likely. If you or someone you love has been charged with a DUI or alcohol related crime, call the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, & Hightower, LLP. We care about everyone of our client’s cases. You can reach us at 803-548-4444, or toll-free at 877-374-5999 for a consultation.
Nov 19, 2012 | DUI & DWI, Uncategorized
The South Carolina Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP) is a statewide education and treatment program for the following:
– Individuals who are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI);
– Individuals who are referred by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources for Boating Under the Influence; and
– Individuals whose licenses are suspended through the state’s Administrative License Revocation (ALR) procedure. Drivers fall into this category if they are charged under the provisions known as “zero tolerance” (which targets drivers under age 21) or “.15” (which is in addition to a charge of DUI for drivers of any age who operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or .15 percent or greater). An individual also is subject to ALR if he refuses to take a blood, breath, or urine test for the presence of alcohol or other drugs.
– ADSAP is available throughout the state of South Carolina in each of it’s 46 counties, and can help to mitigate charges people face as a result of alcohol related offenses by compliance with them.
If you or a loved one has been charged with a DUI or alcohol related offense, make sure to contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken & Hightower, LLP. We work to get you the most favorable outcome as possible, and if necessary, the treatment one must undergo. You can contact our Fort Mill, SC office at 803-548-4444 or contact us toll-free at 877-374-5999.
