Spearfish Criminal Defense Blog
Out-of-state offenders contribute to high SD drug-arrest ranking
South Dakota K-9 units sometimes assist law enforcement in determining if there are drugs inside a vehicle during a traffic stop. As reported by The Globe, during one such occurrence in January 2019, a K-9 assisted in the arrest of three out-of-state individuals on...
Tips to avoid a holiday DUI
As you prepare for Thanksgiving and beyond, you likely have several parties on your schedule for the holiday season. When enjoying friends and family, it can be easy to have a drink too many and end up with a charge of driving while intoxicated. Keep these tips in...
What to know about facing a DUI conviction in South Dakota
Whether you had a little too much to drink or a lot, even a first DUI offense in South Dakota can lead to a misdemeanor conviction, a suspended license, jail time and a hefty fine. For many individuals, these penalties may lead to huge hurdles when it comes to taking...
This one thing could change your life after a drug conviction
A drug conviction in South Dakota will come with many consequences. You may find that it affects every aspect of your life. Even minor offenses can have a big impact. It is not just you who faces consequences. It also puts a strain on the overcrowded justice system...
Curtail your drinking and drugging during Sturgis 2019
It is that time of year again. Time for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. This year’s rally starts on August 2 and goes through August 11. As most of the country knows by now, Sturgis is the quintessential motorcycle event where riders from virtually every...
Dangers to semi-truck drivers on South Dakota roadways
When charged with DUI traffic violations, semi-truck drivers are particularly vulnerable to license revocation and fines in South Dakota. Semi-truck accidents with DUI-impaired drivers can result in serious injuries and fatalities. Many conditions can...
The 3 ways the authorities charge possession
Driving in South Dakota with drugs can land you in hot water. The police have the right to allege possession of drugs which may land on you or extend out to others in the same vicinity. Having the drugs alone may not constitute a criminal charge, but knowing you have...
Why you should never leave an accident scene in South Dakota
Whether you are a resident of South Dakota or are simply on vacation, you must drive carefully on the state’s roadways. With a bit of care, you can likely increase your chances of avoiding an automobile collision. Eventually, though, you may find yourself in the...
Utah lowers BAC limit. Will other states follow?
One of the biggest pieces of news of the new year is the new drunk driving law in Utah. The blood alcohol content limit is now 0.05 percent in the Beehive State, down from the national limit of 0.08 percent. This is the strictest law regarding driving...
Opioid use on the rise throughout rural areas
America is in the midst of a crisis. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, opioid overdoses accounted for 72,000 untimely deaths in 2017. That number was up 15 percent from 2016. When the data for 2018 comes out next year, it will, no doubt, show another...
