Regular readers of our Sioux Falls Criminal Defense Blog might recall a post we published in late July about a study that found “extreme racial disparities in marijuana possession arrests.” The ACLU report stated that “Black people are 3.64 times more likely than...
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How to Secure Suspended Imposition of a DUI Sentence
The worst happens. You were charged with driving under the influence (DUI), and you and your attorney did everything possible to fight the charge, but you are still found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony. Your criminal record is now tarnished forever, right? Not...
Once again, marijuana legalization will be on the ballot in November
Sioux Falls residents may remember that there have been two failed South Dakota ballot initiatives to legalize medical marijuana. Pro-legalization advocates will get a third chance this year thanks to a pair of initiatives. Medical marijuana initiative The first...
You can still be charged with a DUI even if you weren’t driving
The “D” in DUI may stand for driving. However, you can still be arrested for suspicion of DUI even if your car was never moving. This could be a rude realization if you were “sleeping it off” or were even just sitting in your car listening to music after a night of...
Report: Wide racial disparity in marijuana arrests
Protests against racial injustice and police brutality have occurred across the nation this summer, including here in Sioux Falls. We had an incident that started very peacefully but ended up with many individuals charged with serious crimes. Our marijuana laws may...
Sioux Falls police look to prosecute riot participants
Sioux Falls police are currently seeking to prosecute protesters who may have been involved in unrest on the night of May 31 at the Empire Mall, amid a nationwide uprising in response to the Minneapolis police killing of George Floyd just days earlier. A crowd of...
Do I have to consent to a car search?
If the police pull you over for a traffic violation and request your consent to search your vehicle, your first reaction may be anger—or panic. Either response is understandable. However, it’s vital to know what your rights are in this scenario, especially if there is...
South Dakota tops list of “Worst States for DUI”
Americans love lists. We have all seen lists of the best cities to live in, worst cities to live in; lists of the most dangerous jobs; best and worst cars; and so on. Sometimes, topping a list is cause for celebration and other times, sitting atop a list can be...
How to beat an unfair DUI charge
After a night of drinks, you follow the same routine. You allow yourself some fun with your friends, but responsibly cut yourself off hours before you drive home from the function. Unfortunately, this method that has worked time and time again has failed and you’ve...
How COVID-19 Is Affecting The Justice System In South Dakota
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