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South Dakota is a "shall issue" state for concealed carry permits. This means the state must issue a permit to any applicant who meets specific criteria, such as being over 18 years of age and having no significant criminal record. It's important to remember that...
Someone who is pulled over for a driving under the influence (DUI) infraction in South Dakota could face arrest and criminal prosecution. Police officers often screen drivers during traffic stops and after collisions for warning signs of impairment. Once they have...
College life is a dynamic experience filled with new academic challenges, social interactions and, unfortunately, potential pitfalls. One significant concern that many students face is the intersection of college party culture and the risk of involvement in drug...
When police officers find someone with prohibited drugs in their possession, an arrest will likely follow. The state can prosecute individuals for simply possessing certain substances. However, there are times when prosecutors will choose to file more serious criminal...
Being stopped and questioned by the police is not a routine activity for most people. Perhaps you’ve never been stopped by the police before. It goes without saying that it can be difficult to know what to do in this situation. For some, the natural reaction is to...
Drinking and driving happens every day. The data suggests that the weekends experience the highest rate of drunk driving crashes, showing that injurious impaired driving behavior is more common at times when people are simply more likely to consume alcohol. Many...
After a long, stressful day at work, relaxing with friends and a few drinks feels good. The good-natured camaraderie keeps you laughing as the tension melts away. The last thing you expect is for those few after-work drinks to become a DUI. The consequences of a DUI...
Marijuana legalization has been complicated. Federally, it is illegal. In many states, including South Dakota, it is legal only for medical purposes. But there are also many states, such as Michigan, Illinois, and Colorado, where marijuana is legal for recreational...
A fundamental privilege that most Americans hold dear is the right to privacy. Most of us would never expect legal authorities to violate this right. Unfortunately, the police sometimes obtain the right to hide tracking devices on a person or property, especially when...
Any interaction with police officers could turn negative quite quickly. People could end up temporarily in state custody and then facing criminal charges. Whenever police officers suspect that an individual is committing or has committed criminal activity, they use...