It's easy to indulge in unhealthy habits. For example, if you have had a tough year, you may excuse your regular drinking as a way to wind down -- something you deserve as a way to deal with the stress that you have been under. It is likely that you will continue...
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Can I still drive to work after a DUI?
If you have a driver's license, you have a driving privilege, not an irrevocable right. Therefore, you are only able to continue driving as long as you do not pose a risk to others on the road. It's possible for people to have their driver's license revoked even if...
A criminal conviction could permanently limit your right to own a gun
If you've been charged with a crime, you may be eager to take what seems like a golden opportunity: A plea deal with probation instead of jail. Unfortunately, a plea deal's long-term consequences may be somewhat unexpected because most people don't realize that a plea...
25-year-old man arrested after fleeing across state lines
When a driver decides to flee from the police, they put themselves at a greater risk of being arrested and charged for criminal acts. In a case that began in Iowa but ended in South Dakota, a 25-year-old man allegedly fled in a stolen vehicle before crossing the state...
Do I have to consent to a search?
If you have an encounter with the police, they may want to conduct a search. They could ask to search your car after a traffic stop, for example, or to search your home after knocking on the front door. Do you have to consent to this search or not? Your rights You do...
How does South Dakota’s 24/7 Sobriety Program work?
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a common criminal offense. Not only is it a common criminal mistake to make, but it is also a mistake that people tend to make more than one time. Drunk driving charges have some of the highest recidivism rates, sometimes because...
Can a homeowner brandish a weapon on their property in South Dakota?
South Dakota has some of the least restrictive gun laws in the country. The state allows open carry by anyone over age 18 who can legally possess a firearm, and permits to carry a concealed pistol are relatively easy for qualified applicants to get. The state does not...
Can intoxication serve as a defense to assault charges?
You were out drinking with your friends or just grabbing a beer after work. All of the sudden, someone started arguing with you. One thing led to another, and you ended up throwing a punch. Unfortunately, someone else called the police, so you wound up arrested and...
Happy Hour drinks? Beware of a DUI
A lot of people enjoy Happy Hour. Co-workers might get off work to have a drink or two together, or college-aged students might meet up to drink to let off steam once they’re old enough. For the most part, Happy Hour is safe because the idea is that you have a drink,...
South Dakota, other states, decriminalize some drugs, legalize others
If you have ever been caught with drugs, then you may be interested in how this year’s election has affected drug laws in South Dakota and other states since the changes in other states will potentially influence your own in the future. 2020 has been a year of drug...