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Drug-related crimes are a major concern in South Carolina, and convictions can have life-altering consequences. Among the offenses that you may face is the illegal sharing or distribution of prescription drugs. Since prescription drugs are classified as controlled...
A defendant charged with drug possession could be sentenced to incarceration and be required to pay fees. A drug possession charge can also lead to a criminal history, which can affect the defendant’s ability to find housing, education and employment opportunities....
South Carolina remains one of the hard-liner states when it comes to legalizing any form of marijuana use, whether for recreational or medical purposes. But what about the hemp-derived Delta 9 products that fall under the Farm Bill of 2018? Are they legal to use,...
Self-medication has become a popular practice as more people turn to various substances to cope with chronic pain, quell their anxiety or get through a rough day. Self-medication is different from conventional treatment due to the absence of a medical practitioner’s...
The illegal possession of drugs and other controlled substances is a criminal offense. In South Carolina, the law has separate provisions for distributing illegal substances to minors. The alleged offender must be 18 years old and above, while the age of the recipient...
Individuals who violate controlled substances laws in South Carolina often have an underlying substance abuse disorder. People can very quickly become dependent on prescription medication or prohibited substances. They may then find themselves at risk of criminal...
Just like in other U.S. states, South Carolina prohibits people from driving while under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. In fact, the state even has a law on driving with an unlawful alcohol concentration (DUAC). A person violates said law by operating a vehicle with...
Police officers aren’t the only ones administering drug and alcohol tests at traffic stops; workplaces might also conduct their own screening tests as part of an effort to maintain a substance-free environment. Faced with the risk of getting caught, some people might...
Controlled substances get their name because governments heavily regulate their manufacture, use and possession, usually for good reasons. These drugs are universally recognized for their risk for abuse and addiction. There are even specific classifications for these...
There's a lot of social stigma related to substance abuse. People tend to imagine low-functioning people when they think about drug addiction in particular. However, the reality substance abuse is that it affects people from all backgrounds for a variety of different...
