

We defend and resolve DUI cases throughout the Upstate including Greenville, Anderson, Oconee, Pickens, Spartanburg, and Abbeville Counties. Each attorney is trained to administer the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and the Datamaster Machine. At the Cole Law Firm we vigorously defend our Clients against the charge of DUI to protect their rights. Driving Under the Influence is a serious charge and it’s important to consult with an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. This is a broad Guide to the consequences of a DUI conviction in South Carolina.


The DMV looks ONLY at what the BAC was at conviction they do not look at the initial BAC for license purposes. The DMV will then look at the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) on the Ticket or Warrant. Step 2: Determine your Blood Alcohol Content The DMV will calculate you as a DUI 2nd Offender and you will be subject to Interlock Ignition Requirements. (All 50 states) Any prior DUIs count as a prior conviction and the DMV doesn’t look at what offense of DUI you pled to.įor example: Lets say you pled to a DUI 1st Offense in 2014, and a DUI 1st Offense in 2016. The DMV checks both In-State and Out of State records. South Carolina DMV looks back 10 years prior to the incident date of your DUI to determine if you’ve been convicted of any prior DUIs. Step 1: Do you have any prior DUI convictions? If the DUI charge is dismissed, then your license will NOT be suspended. We defend our Clients and aggressively represent them to make sure everyone receives a fair and even trial. Please remember that this is a broad guide and always consult an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. The goal of this post is to help you understand how to get your License back. If you’ve been convicted of DUI or DUAC in South Carolina the DMV will suspend your Driver’s License.
