Legal Insights

The Burns & Burns Blog

Practical legal insights on criminal defense, DUI law, and your rights in South Carolina — written by an attorney who has been a police officer, a prosecutor, and a defense lawyer.

DUI / DWI

DUI vs. DUAC in South Carolina: Understanding the Charges Against You

If you have been arrested for drunk driving in South Carolina, you may see your charge listed as either DUI or DUAC. While the penalties are identical, the legal strategies for defending these charges differ significantly.

August 31, 2026

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Traffic Offenses

Navigating License Reinstatement: A Guide for South Carolina Drivers

Losing your driving privileges can disrupt your entire life, but understanding the path to reinstatement is the first step toward getting back on the road. This guide outlines how to navigate South Carolina's complex suspension rules and what you need to do to regain your license.

August 27, 2026

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Drug Offenses

Can You Put Your Past Behind You? A Guide to Expungements in South Carolina

Discover how the expungement process works in South Carolina and learn if your drug-related charges are eligible to be cleared from your record. Our team explains the legal pathways to a fresh start.

August 24, 2026

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DUI / DWI

Arrested for DUI in South Carolina: Immediate Steps to Protect Your Future

A DUI arrest in South Carolina triggers two separate legal battles: a criminal case and an administrative license suspension. Learn the critical steps you must take immediately to protect your driving privileges and your defense.

August 20, 2026

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Criminal Defense

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt: What It Really Means for Your Criminal Case

Understanding the highest burden of proof in the legal system is essential when facing criminal charges in South Carolina. Learn how this standard protects your rights and why having an experienced defense team is critical.

August 17, 2026

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DUI / DWI

The Breathalyzer Dilemma: Understanding Implied Consent in South Carolina

Facing a traffic stop in South Carolina can be overwhelming, especially when an officer asks you to blow into a breathalyzer. Understand your rights, the implied consent law, and how to protect your future.

August 15, 2026

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DUI / DWI

It's not as easy as you might think for the Police to make a DUI arrest

Some Facts you need to know about your DUI arrest

May 3, 2026

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DUI / DWI

The Truth About DUI Arrests in South Carolina — From a Former Officer’s Perspective

After years in law enforcement, one thing I learned firsthand is that making a DUI arrest in South Carolina isn’t as simple as people might think

May 3, 2026

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