Month: July 2018

‘Officer, I swear I was not drinking while driving.’

On behalf of Ryan Beasley Law | Jul 26, 2018 | Drunk Driving

A Florida driver who was caught with an open bottle of bourbon had a novel defense to a DUI arrest. He claimed he was only drinking at stop signs. So, you know, he wasn’t drinking while driving. That would be irresponsible.Obviously, his brilliant legal excuse...

California bill would repeal felony murder law

On behalf of Ryan Beasley Law | Jul 6, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Most states, including South Carolina, have "felony murder" statutes. These laws trigger first-degree murder charges against people who had no murderous intent. It also leads to murder charges against other individuals who were present or somehow contributed to an...