Sumter County SC DUI Lawyers

Drivers are arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in South Carolina every day. Drunk driving is never condoned but just because you have been arrested does not mean you are guilty. Under South Carolina DUI law, an officer can initiate an arrest for drunk driving based only on suspicion of impairment. Good people occasionally make mistakes and social pressure against drinking and driving has become so great that there is little tolerance for even responsible social drinking.

Because of the potential financial, legal and social consequences of SC DUI, it is important to seek legal help. Note that not all attorneys practice criminal law and those that do may not have extensive knowledge with DUI defense.

Sumter County SC DUI Lawyers Olson & Good are qualified and experienced DUI criminal defense attorneys who focus on offering a complete drunk driving defense strategy. They have the dedication and resources to develop an aggressive and effective defense for your specific case. Olson & Good will use their knowledge of DUI law and the legal system to get you the best possible result.

Sumter DUI Attorneys Olson & Good will review the details of your arrest, ask about your needs and then outline your legal options and their fee. There is no cost or obligation for the initial meeting, so contact Olson & Good now by calling (843) 412-1401 or filling out the consultation request form to the left. Time is very important so don't delay.

There are both criminal and civil penalties associated with driving under the influence in Sumter County. A conviction on criminal charges could lead to large fines, jail, community service and mandatory substance abuse treatment. Your auto insurance will probably be cancelled and you will be required to get expensive, high-risk coverage. The penalties increase with any additional DUI violations.

Being found guilty of drunk driving in South Carolina would also result in a criminal record, which could have a long-term impact on employment opportunities. You could be restricted from renting a car, opening a credit account and even traveling to some countries.

In a separate civil action, if you refused to submit to a test for blood alcohol content or you registered a BAC of .15% or higher, the state will seek to suspend your driver's license. It is important to realize that you could actually win your DUI and still lose your license.

You can petition the Department of Motor Vehicles for an Administrative Hearing and try to save your driving privileges, though you must do so within 30 days of your arrest. Failure to do so will result in loss of your right to a hearing and the automatic suspension of your license.

Sumter County DUI Lawyers Olson & Good can help you with all aspects of your DUI defense, including representing you at the DMV hearing and aggressively defending you in the courtroom.

Protect your rights and your future. Contact Olson & Good to learn more.

Sumter DUI Lawyers Olson & Good understand the impact an arrest for suspicion of drunk driving in Sumter County can have on a person's life. They are committed to helping you by providing you with a skilled legal defense aimed at minimizing the consequences.

Olson & Good will question whether there was probable cause for a traffic stop, review the arrest record for errors in police procedure, analyze any evidence and study the equipment maintenance and calibration records. While each case is different, they will fight for the best outcome for you by employing very specific and technical areas of law. Even in a worst-case scenario, they will negotiate for reduced penalties.

Olson & Good offers competitively priced, fair fees for their services. For your convenience, they accept all major credit cards for payment.

Joe Good III, principal with Sumter County DUI Attorneys Olson & Good, received an undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and earned a juris doctorate from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. He graduated from the local citizens' police academy and he has handled hundreds of criminal cases throughout South Carolina. Attorney Joe Good is a member of the American Bar Association, the South Carolina Bar Association and the Charleston Bar Association.

Hiring an attorney is recommended before making your first court appearance. To learn more about your rights and your options, schedule a free consultation with Sumter South Carolina DUI Attorneys Olson & Good by filling out the form to the left or calling (843) 412-1401.