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Should I Consent to a Police Search?

Should I Consent to a Police Search in South Carolina? Getting pulled over by the police can be nerve-racking, even for drivers who haven’t done anything wrong. In some instances, law enforcement officers may ask to search the driver’s vehicle or property, making it all the ...

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