Driving under the influence is a serious offense, with strict laws in place to ensure road safety. South Dakota has stringent regulations and penalties in place to deter people from driving when they have had too much to drink. Knowing the law surrounding driving...
DUI
3 ways a DUI can affect motorcyclists
Summer is officially here, and if you own a motorcycle, you look forward to spending long hours on the open road. A South Dakota summer means the perfect weather to ride your bike through the Black Hills area and beyond. But if you choose to drink when you drive, you...
What are my rights at a traffic stop?
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...
South Dakota DUI penalties
South Dakota considers driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol a Class 1 misdemeanor. Offenders can receive fines, license revocation and even jail time. South Dakota is an implied consent state, which means that drivers must submit to blood alcohol testing in...
Know the signs of problem drinking
Many people enjoy alcohol socially without realizing that drinking has the potential to cause life-changing issues. For example, people with a successful career and a happy family life may not expect to receive a DUI charge after an office happy hour. Sometimes, it...