On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | May 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense
As a resident of South Dakota, you may know that the state has among the nation’s strictest drug possession laws. Although lawmakers have proposed reforms, these changes remain in progress. Learn more about the potential legal penalties if you or a family member...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | May 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense
South Dakota has strict laws against marijuana. State law reads, “No person may knowingly possess marijuana,” and legislators mean it. South Dakota does not even honor medical marijuana prescriptions from other states. If you are being questioned about any...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Apr 1, 2020 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Every day, law enforcement officers pull over drivers in traffic stops in the Black Hills. Perhaps, police stop you because you ran a red light or have a broken taillight. Or maybe an officer sees you driving erratically and suspects you are driving drunk. When police...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Mar 9, 2020 | Criminal Defense
A couple of drinks can get you into trouble if you get behind the wheel. Even if your blood alcohol was below the legal limit of 0.08%, a court can convict you if it finds you were driving under the influence. A DUI conviction comes with severe penalties that have a...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Mar 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
For those who work in sales, the ability to drive is essential to your responsibilities. Unfortunately, your career could come to a grinding halt if you are convicted of a DUI. How would this affect the plans you have for your future? About the penalties The state of...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Feb 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Whether you live in the Sturgis area or visit regularly, you probably love the many bars, restaurants and entertainment venues. After all, few things are better than enjoying a craft beer while gazing into the Black Hills. Still, if you drink and drive, you face...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Oct 16, 2019 | Criminal Defense
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...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Oct 9, 2019 | Criminal Defense
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...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Sep 27, 2019 | Criminal Defense
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...
On behalf of Kinney Law, pc | Sep 3, 2019 | Criminal Defense
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...
