The legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in South Carolina is 0.08 percent. Officers are to presume that someone is driving under the influence if they test at or above the limit. However, just because a driver is under the limit does not mean they won’t face penalties. Even if someone’s BAC is 0.05 percent or higher, they may still be charged with DUI if they are not visibly sober.<br>If an officer asks to test someone’s blood, breath, or urine for alcohol or drugs, that person is assumed to consent. If they do not, they could face a 90- to 180-day suspension of their driver’s license.<br>If someone previously guilty of DUI offends again, the penalties they face will increase. The maximum penalties for misdemeanor DUIs include the following:
An intoxicated driver has impaired vision, hearing, reaction time, and judgment. It doesn’t matter whether a driver consumes alcohol or drugs before getting behind the wheel. The danger they pose to others’ lives and welfare is the same.
If a drunk driver injures you or a loved one in Charleston, South Carolina, you shouldn’t have to foot the cost of your medical recovery or missed time at work. The Charleston drunk driving accident attorneys at Crantford Meehan can guide you through your legal options in a free consultation. Call our office today at (843) 396-3674.
