Disclaimer: 

Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation. 

Kansas Abortion Laws

•    Statutory Definition of Illegal Abortion in Kansas: To perform or induce abortion when fetus is viable, that is, in attending physician's best medical judgment, fetus is capable of sustained survival outside the uterus without extraordinary medical means

•    Statutory Definition of Legal Abortion in Kansas: As long as fetus is not viable (and mother's informed consent obtained); abortion of viable fetus permitted if 2nd M.D. certifies that abortion is necessary to preserve life of mother or fetus has severe, life-threatening deformity or abnormality

•    Penalty for Illegal Abortion: Class A nonperson misdemeanor

Kansas Marijuana Laws

•    Code Section: 65-4101

•    Possession: Class A-nonperson misdemeanor. Subsequent offenses: Level 4 felony

•    Sale: Level 3 felony; Sell within 1000 ft. of school or to minor: Level 2 felony

Kansas DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following Kansas law on DUI and DWI exist.

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of Kansas, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    In Kansas, there currently exist no supplementary penalties incurred due to BAC levels exceeding the expressed, legal limit

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within Kansas, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 90 days’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 1 year in addition to the installation of an ignition interlock device

Kansas Gun Laws

•    Kansas is a shall issue state for gun rights

•    Kansas does not require a permit for ownership or concealed carry for all firearms

•    Waiting periods will vary based on cities and counties

•    Illegal Arms in Kansas include: Shotgun with barrel less than 18 inches; automatic weapons; cartridges which can be fired by handgun and have plastic-coated bullets with core of less than 60% lead by weight; any device for use in silencing firearm

•    The following individuals may not own a firearm in Kansas: 1. Both addicted to and an unlawful user of a controlled substance; 2. Person convicted of felonies specified under 21-4204(a)(3) and (4) may be denied gun ownership if they have been convicted within either the last 5 years or the last 10 years, depending on the crime

Kansas Adoption Laws

•    Any person or adult with consent may be adopted

•    Consent is required for children over the age of 14 years old

•    Any adult, or husband and wife jointly may adopt. One spouse cannot adopt without consent of the other

Kansas Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of Kansas, the minimum wage is 7 dollars and 15 cents awarded per hour of labor

•    State Holidays are listed as: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas – Veteran’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, and President’s Day result in the closing of public institutions only upon the decision set forth by the local board of trustees and government

•    Within the state of Kansas, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

Kansas Death Penalty Laws 

•    Capital punishment is allowed in Kansas

•    The minimum age is 18

•    Only a homicide conviction may warrant the death penalty

•    Lethal injection is the method of execution in Kansas

Kansas Gambling Laws

Within the state of Kansas, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal (off-track betting is not permitted)

•    Dog racing wagering is legal (off-track betting is not permitted)

•    All casinos are illegal except for those on Indian Reservations

Kansas Child Laws

Within the state of Kansas, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision

Disclaimer:

Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation. 

Rhode Island Abortion Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, Abortion is defined as the purposeful termination of a pregnancy through procedural means. Subsequent to the decision of Roe v. Wade, abortion became legal within the United States – however, Rhode Island state legislation expresses a variety of stipulations with regard to a legal abortion process:

•    Abortion is considered to be illegal in the state of Rhode Island unless the health and wellbeing of the mother is immediately at risk; partial birth abortions are deemed unlawful, as well – individuals conducting abortion procedures in any other setting are liable to be punished with 5 years’ incarcerations and/or fines totaling $5,000

•    Individuals under the age(s) of 18 require parental consent in the event that there exists no immediate emergency to the life of the mother

Rhode Island Common Law Marriage

Common Law Marriage is currently legal in the state of Rhode Island

Rhode Island Marijuana Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, the possession of Marijuana – or Cannabis products – as well as the acts of growing or distributing marijuana without the expressed permission of the Rhode Island State Government is a punishable, criminal offense. The following penalties are associated with Marijuana within the state of Rhode Island:

Possession/Under the Influence of Marijuana

1.    Amount: less than 1 kilogram

•    Penalty: 1 year incarceration

•    Fines: $200 – $500

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

2.    Amount: 1 – 5 kilograms

•    Penalty: 10 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $10,000 – $500,000

•    Classification: Felony

Cultivation/Sale of Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone or Public Park – the sale of Marijuana to a minor may also incur additional fines and incarceration

3.    Amount: less than 1 kilogram

•    Penalty: 3 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $3,000 – $100,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 1 – 5 kilograms

•    Penalty: 10 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $10,000 – $500,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 5 kilograms +

•    Penalty: 20 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $25,000 – $100,000

•    Classification: Felony

Medical Marijuana

Within the state of Rhode Island, Medical Marijuana is considered to be legal upon prescription by an authorized, accredited medical professional; the appropriate amount allowed is 2.5 ounces per patient

Rhode Island DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following DUI and DWI laws exist within the state of Rhode Island:

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of Rhode Island, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    In Rhode Island, supplementary penalties may be incurred due to BAC levels exceeding .15%

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within Rhode Island, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 450 days’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 2 years in addition to the installation of an ignition interlock device

•    Upon a third DUI or DWI conviction, an individual is subject to undergo the confiscation of their vehicle 

Rhode Island Gun Laws

A handgun is a firearm whose smaller size is fashioned to be used upon operation by one hand, which typically fire single round ammunition; within the state of Rhode Island, handgun laws are as follows:

•    The sale, ownership, or possession of handguns with regard to convicted felons, individuals addicted to drugs or alcohol, illegal aliens, fugitives, minors without permits, and individuals who have been in long-term care in a mental health facility is illegal in the state of Rhode Island; individuals carrying illegal weapons on their person during the time of a crime, aggravated assault can be attributed to any coinciding criminal convictions imposed

•    A 7-day waiting period for the purchase of a firearm exists in the state of Rhode Island

•    Current listing or report of forearms considered to be illegal in the state of Rhode Island: sawed-off shotguns, machine guns, armor piercing bullets, purposefully-altered weaponry, silenced firearms

Rhode Island Adoption Laws

In the state of Rhode Island, an individual who has been deemed as a law-abiding citizen who is of sound mind and moral character is permitted to adopt a child; authorized individuals are only permitted to adopt individuals younger in age then themselves:

•    Within the state of Rhode Island, and individual must maintain residence for a period of no less than 6 months

•    Any individual may be adopted; children above the age(s) of 14 must express consent with regard to a potential adoption

•    Within the state of Rhode Island, the Services Department for Children and their Families mandates all adoptions

•    The statute of limitations available to challenge an adoption is 180 days’ time subsequent to the adoption

Rhode Island Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of Rhode Island, the minimum wage is $7.40 awarded per hour of labor

•    Within the state of Rhode Island, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

Rhode Island Divorce Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, a divorce is defined as the termination of a marriage, which can occur upon a decision set forth by one or both partners involved in the marriage:

•    A divorce must be filed subsequent to 60 days residence within the state of Rhode Island; in the event that an individual –or individuals – were married in Rhode Island and lived there on a continuous basis, a time constraint for filing does not exist

•    ‘No Fault’ divorce does exist on the grounds of irretrievable breakdown; this requires a 2-year separation

•    Additional grounds for divorce can include cruelty, adultery, impotence, addiction, and insanity

Rhode Island Death Penalty Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, Capital Punishment – or the Death Penalty – is illegal

Rhode Island Gambling Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal

•    Dog racing wagering is legal

•    Any and all unsanctioned structures and facilities intended to house gambling activity is deemed as illegal in the state of Rhode Island

Rhode Island Child Laws

Within the state of Rhode Island, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is not permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are not taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision

Disclaimer:

Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation. 

Minnesota Abortion Laws

•    Statutory Definition of Illegal Abortion in Minnesota: Failure to meet standards of legal abortion; sale or manufacture of drug, substance, or instrument intended for unlawful use in miscarriage or abortion procedure; act, procedure, or use of any instrument, medicine, or drug which is supplied, prescribed for, or administered to a pregnant woman which results in the termination of pregnancy

•    Statutory Definition of Legal Abortion in Minnesota: Before viability, by a trained M.D. After viability (second half of gestation), must be performed in hospital and necessary to preserve life, health of mother and procedure used will reasonably assure live birth. After 20th week, 2nd M.D. must be immediately accessible for any resulting live birth

•    Penalty for Unlawful Abortion: Considered a felony; punishments will vary on a case by case basis.

Minnesota Marijuana Laws

•    Possession: Small amount: petty misdemeanor $200 and maybe drug education program; 10+ kg.: up to 20 yrs. and/or $250,000; 50-100 kg.: up to 25 yrs. and/or $500,000; 100+ kg.: up to 30 yrs. and/or $1,000,000; Subsequent offense: depends on level of prior offense; if misdemeanor, may be required to participate in chemical dependency evaluation and treatment

•    Code: 152.01

•    Sale: Any small amount for sale: up to 5 yrs. and/or $10,000; Small amount without remuneration: petty misdemeanor with fine of up to $200 and maybe drug education program; 5+ kg.: up to 20 yrs. and/or $250,000; 25+ kg.: up to 25 yrs. and/or $500,000; 50+ kg.: up to 30 yrs. and/or $1,000,000; 5 kg. or more in school or park or public housing zone: up to 25 yrs. and/or $500,000

Minnesota DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following DUI and DWI laws exist within the state of Minnesota:

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of Minnesota, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    Penalties for DUI Offense: 90 day license suspension for first offense, 180 days for 2nd offense, 1 year for third offense. Mandatory alcohol and education treatment is necessary upon 3rd offense. Vehicle confiscation is possible following 3rd offense and ignition interlock device is possible.

•    In Minnesota, there currently exist no supplementary penalties incurred due to BAC levels exceeding the expressed, legal limit

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within Minnesota, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 90 days’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 1 year in addition to the installation of an ignition interlock device

Minnesota Gun Laws

•    A state permit is required to purchase handguns, but not long guns

•    Firearm registration is not required

•    Minnesota partially follows assault weapons law

•    A license of ownership is not required

•    Carry permits are issued for handguns, but not for long guns

Minnesota Adoption Laws

In the state of Minnesota, an individual who has been deemed as a law-abiding citizen who is of sound mind and moral character is permitted to adopt a child:

•    Within the state of Minnesota, and individual must maintain residence for a period of no less than 1 year unless length of residence is reduced to 30 days in child’s best interest

•    Any individual may be adopted; children above the age(s) of 14 must express consent with regard to a potential adoption

•    Within the state of Minnesota, the Humane Services mandates all adoptions

Minnesota Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of Minnesota, the minimum wage is 7 dollars and 15 cents awarded per hour of labor

•    State Holidays are listed as: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas – Veteran’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, and President’s Day result in the closing of public institutions only upon the decision set forth by the local board of trustees and government

•    Within the state of Minnesota, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

Minnesota Divorce Laws

Within the state of Minnesota, a divorce is defined as the termination of a marriage, which can occur upon a decision set forth by one or both partners involved in the marriage:

•    A divorce must be filed subsequent to 60 days residence within the state of Minnesota; in the event that an individual –or individuals – were married in Minnesota and lived there on a continuous basis, a time constraint for filing does not exist

•    ‘No Fault’ divorce does exist on the grounds of irreconcilable differences

Minnesota Death Penalty Laws 

•    Minnesota does not practice capital punishment

Minnesota Gambling Laws

Within the state of Minnesota, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal for licensed individuals 

•    Dog racing wagering is legal

•    Any and all unsanctioned structures and facilities intended to house gambling activity is deemed as illegal in the state of Minnesota except for casinos on tribal land governed by Indian Gaming Regulatory Act

Minnesota Child Laws

Within the state of Minnesota, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision

Disclaimer:

 Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation. 

South Carolina Abortion Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, Abortion is defined as the purposeful termination of a pregnancy through procedural means. Subsequent to the decision of Roe v. Wade, abortion became legal within the United States – however, South Carolina state legislation expresses a variety of stipulations with regard to a legal abortion process:

•    A legal abortion may occur in the event that the protection and preservation of the life of the mother carrying a fetus is compromised as a result of a pregnancy; abortions may take place within the first trimester of pregnancy with expressed maternal consent – only a licensed medical doctor will be permitted to both review and perform cases of abortion within the state of South Carolina

•    An illegal abortion is deemed as an abortion process that occurs in the event that the health and wellbeing of the mother is not in danger; furthermore, an illegal abortion is defined as a procedure that occurs outside of legal, accepted, and authorized medical procedural protocol

•    Individuals accused of performing illegal abortion procedures can be punished with a prison sentence ranging from 2to 5 years and a $5,000 fine; unlawful abortions classified as misdemeanors can be punishable by incarceration and fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000

•    Partial birth abortion is only permissible in the event that a mother’s health is at immediate risk

South Carolina Common Law Marriage

Common Law Marriage is currently legal in the state of South Carolina

South Carolina Marijuana Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, the possession of Marijuana – or Cannabis products – as well as the acts of growing or distributing marijuana without the expressed permission of the South Carolina State Government is a punishable, criminal offense. The following penalties are associated with Marijuana within the state of South Carolina:

Possession/Under the Influence of Marijuana

Individuals charged with possession of Marijuana exceeding 1 ounce can be charged for Drug Trafficking/Sale

1.    Amount: less than 1 ounce (first offense)

•    Penalty: 30 days’ incarceration

•    Fines: $100 – $200

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

2.    Amount: less than 1 ounce (second offense)

•    Penalty: 1 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $200 – $1,000

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

Cultivation of Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone – sale to a minor may also incur additional fines and incarceration

3.    Amount: less than 100 plants

•    Penalty: 5 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 100 to 1,000 plants

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $25,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 1,000 to 10,000 plants

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $50,000

•    Classification: Felony

6.    Amount: 10,000+ plants

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $200,000

•    Classification: Felony

Sale of Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone – sale to a minor may also incur additional fines and incarceration

1.    Amount: less than 10 pounds

•    Penalty: 5 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

2.    Amount: 10 – 100 pounds

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 1 year incarceration

•    Fines:  $10,000

•    Classification: Felony

3.    Amount: 10 – 100 pounds

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $25,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 10 – 100 pounds

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $50,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 10 – 100 pounds

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 25 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $200,000

•    Classification: Felony

Medical Marijuana

Within the state of South Carolina, Medical Marijuana is considered to be illegal both for patient use and cultivation

South Carolina DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following DUI and DWI laws exist within the state of South Carolina:

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of South Carolina, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    In South Carolina, supplementary penalties may be incurred due to BAC levels exceeding .18%

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within South Carolina, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 180 days’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 1 year in addition to the installation of an ignition interlock device

•    Upon a fourth DUI or DWI conviction, an individual is subject to undergo the confiscation of their vehicle 

South Carolina Gun Laws

A handgun is a firearm whose smaller size is fashioned to be used upon operation by one hand, which typically fire single round ammunition; within the state of South Carolina, handgun laws are as follows:

•    The sale, ownership, or possession of handguns with regard to convicted felons, known members of criminal organizations, individuals deemed unfit to carry firearms by the State Court of South Carolina, individuals addicted to drugs or alcohol, or individuals who have been in long-term care in a mental health facility is illegal in the state of South Carolina;  individuals carrying illegal weapons on their person during the time of a crime, aggravated assault can be attributed to any coinciding criminal convictions imposed

•    A waiting period for the purchase of a firearm does not currently exist in the state of South Carolina

•    Current listing or report of forearms considered to be illegal in the state of South Carolina: machine guns, sawed-off shotguns and rifles, altered firearms, Teflon-coated bullets, and teargas

South Carolina Adoption Laws

In the state of South Carolina, an individual who has been deemed as a law-abiding citizen who is of sound mind and moral character is permitted to adopt a child:

•    Within the state of South Carolina, and individual must maintain residence for a period of no less than 3 months

•    Any individual may be adopted; children above the age(s) of 14 must express consent with regard to a potential adoption

•    Within the state of South Carolina, the State Department of Social and Family Services mandates all adoptions

•    In the event of financial insolubility, court-mandated relief may be granted

South Carolina Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of South Carolina, there does not exist a standard of minimum wage

•    Within the state of South Carolina, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

South Carolina Divorce Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, a divorce is defined as the termination of a marriage, which can occur upon a decision set forth by one or both partners involved in the marriage:

•    A divorce must be filed subsequent to 90 days of residence with regard to a marriage taking place within South Carolina; in the event that an individual –or individuals – were married in South Carolina and had not lived there on a continuous basis, a time constraint for filing does may reach 1 years’ time of residence

•    ‘No Fault’ divorce does exist in the event of a 1-year separation

•    Additional grounds for divorce include cruelty, domestic violence, adultery, legal separation, and addiction

South Carolina Death Penalty Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, Capital Punishment – or the Death Penalty – is legal; however, additional stipulations exist with regard to this procedure:

•    In the event of mental instability authorized by a court, capital punishment is disallowed

•    9 months following the end of a pregnancy, capital punishment is disallowed

•    Traditionally, the minimum age permissible for a capital punishment sentence is 18; however, no mandated minimum age requirement exists

•    Within the state of South Carolina, homicide is considered to be the only crime punishable by death

•    The accepted means of capital punishment is lethal injection or electrocution; this is the choice of the defendant – however, a motion for electrocution may be overturned

South Carolina Gambling Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal only in state-mandated and officiated horse races

•    Any and all unsanctioned structures and facilities intended to house gambling activity is deemed as illegal in the state of South Carolina

•    Betting on games or elections in both public and private settings is illegal; the participation in any sort of gaming on a Sunday is illegal

South Carolina Child Laws

Within the state of South Carolina, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is not permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are not taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision

Disclaimer:

Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation.  If you need legal advice and assistance, contact South Dakota lawyers.

South Dakota Abortion Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, Abortion is defined as the purposeful termination of a pregnancy through procedural means. Subsequent to the decision of Roe v. Wade, abortion became legal within the United States – however, South Dakota state legislation expresses a variety of stipulations with regard to a legal abortion process:

•    A legal abortion may occur in the event that the protection and preservation of the life of the mother carrying a fetus is compromised as a result of a pregnancy; upon medical authorization, a pregnancy not exceeding 24 weeks can be performed – only a licensed medical doctor will be permitted to both review and perform cases of abortion within the state of South Dakota

•    An illegal abortion is deemed as an abortion process that occurs in the event that the health and wellbeing of the mother is not in danger; furthermore, an illegal abortion is defined as a procedure that occurs outside of legal, accepted, and authorized medical procedural protocol – partial birth abortions are permissible in order to save the life of the mother

•    Individuals accused of performing illegal abortion procedures can be charged with applicable Class Felonies; any illegal abortion is considered to be a Class 6 Felony, which may consist of 2 years’ incarceration and a $2,000 fine – the death or injury of the mother may result in a Class 4 Felony

South Dakota Marijuana Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, the possession of Marijuana – or Cannabis products – as well as the acts of growing or distributing marijuana without the expressed permission of the South Dakota State Government is a punishable, criminal offense. The following penalties are associated with Marijuana within the state of South Dakota:

Possession of Marijuana Charges

Within the state of South Dakota, a drug test rendering positive results for the presence of Marijuana may be considered as a possession charge:

1.    Amount: less than 2 ounces

•    Penalty: 1 year incarceration

•    Fines: $1,000

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

2.    Amount: 2 – 8 ounces

•    Penalty: 2 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $2,000

•    Classification: Felony

3.    Amount: 8 ounces – 1 pound

•    Penalty:  5 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 1 – 10 pounds

•    Penalty: 10 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $10,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 10 + pounds

•    Penalty: 15 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $15,000

•    Classification: Felony

Cultivation and/or Intent to Distribute Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone – sale to a minor may also incur upwards of $10,000 penalties and 10 years’ incarceration

1.    Amount: 0 – 1/2 ounce

•    Penalty: minimum sentence of 15 days incarceration

•    Fines: $1,000

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

2.    Amount: 1/2 – 1 ounce

•    Penalty: 2 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $2,000

•    Classification: Felony

3.    Amount: 1 – 8 ounces

•    Penalty:  5 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 8 ounces – 1 pound

•    Penalty: 10 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $10,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 1 pound +

•    Penalty: 15 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $15,000

•    Classification: Felony

Medical Marijuana

Within the state of South Dakota, Medical Marijuana is considered to be illegal both for patient use and cultivation

South Dakota DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following DUI and DWI laws exist within the state of South Dakota:

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of South Dakota, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    In South Dakota, supplementary penalties may be incurred due to BAC levels exceeding .17%

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within South Dakota, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 30 days’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 1 year

South Dakota Gun Laws

A handgun is a firearm whose smaller size is fashioned to be used upon operation by one hand, which typically fire single round ammunition; within the state of South Dakota, handgun laws are as follows:

•    The sale, ownership, or possession of handguns with regard to convicted felons convicted of a crime within the past 15 years, minors, and individuals convicted of drug charges within the past 5 years is illegal in the state of South Dakota; individuals carrying illegal weapons on their person during the time of a crime, aggravated assault can be attributed to any coinciding criminal convictions imposed

•    A waiting period of 48 hours exist within the state of South Dakota

•    Current listing or report of forearms considered to be illegal in the state of South Dakota: silenced firearms, sawed-off shotguns, and an altered serial number

•    Legal Codes: 21-1-2 (South Dakota gun laws), 13-32-7 (the prohibition of firearms within a school zone)

South Dakota Adoption Laws

In the state of South Dakota, an individual who has been deemed as a law-abiding citizen who is of sound mind and moral character is permitted to adopt a child; spouses must agree to adopt in joint fashion:

•    Within the state of South Dakota, and individual must maintain residence for a period of no less than 6 months

•    Any individual may be adopted; children above the age(s) of 12 must express consent with regard to a potential adoption

•    Within the state of South Dakota, the Department of Social Services mandates all adoptions

South Dakota Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of South Dakota, the minimum wage is $6.55 – $7.25 awarded per hour of labor

•    Within the state of South Dakota, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

South Dakota Divorce Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, a divorce is defined as the termination of a marriage, which can occur upon a decision set forth by one or both partners involved in the marriage:

•    A divorce must be filed subsequent to residence within the state of South Dakota

•    ‘No Fault’ divorce does exist on the grounds of irreconcilable differences

•    Adultery and cruelty are additional grounds for divorce

South Dakota Death Penalty Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, Capital Punishment – or the Death Penalty – is legal; however, additional stipulations exist with regard to this procedure:

•    In the event of mental instability authorized by a court or pregnancy, capital punishment is disallowed

•    There does not exist a standard minimum age permissible for a capital punishment sentence 

•    Within the state of South Dakota, homicide is considered to be the only crime punishable by death

•    The accepted means of capital punishment is lethal injection

South Dakota Gambling Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal

•    Dog racing wagering is legal

•    Gambling is permissible on Native American land; any and all unsanctioned structures and facilities intended to house gambling activity is deemed as illegal in the state of North Dakota – card games are permitted in the town of Deadwood

South Dakota Child Laws

Within the state of South Dakota, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision

Disclaimer: 

Due to the fact that individual state laws are constantly subject to change, individuals are encouraged to consult an attorney prior to engaging in any activity, action, or event in which the expressed legality may come into question. Furthermore, individuals interested in attaining information with regard to individual state legislature are also encouraged to perform independent research in order to substantiate the relevancy and current state(s) of specific legislation. 

Tennessee Abortion Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, Abortion is defined as the purposeful termination of a pregnancy through procedural means. Subsequent to the decision of Roe v. Wade, abortion became legal within the United States – however, Tennessee state legislation expresses a variety of stipulations with regard to a legal abortion process:

•    A legal abortion may occur in the event that the protection and preservation of the life of the mother carrying a fetus is compromised as a result of a pregnancy; an abortion can take place in the first trimester upon medical and maternal consent – only a licensed medical doctor will be permitted to both review and perform cases of abortion within the state of Tennessee

•    An illegal abortion is deemed as an abortion process that occurs in the event that the health and wellbeing of the mother is not in danger; furthermore, an illegal abortion is defined as a procedure that occurs outside of legal, accepted, and authorized medical procedural protocol

•    Residency within the state of Tennessee is required

•    Individuals accused of performing illegal abortion procedures can be punished in accordance to Class Felonies

a.    Class C Felony: Unlawful Abortion, Purposeful Miscarriage

b.    Class E Felony: Abortion performed on an out-of-state resident, negligence subsequent to birth leading to the death of the infant born

c.    Class A Misdemeanor: Lack of adherence to restriction of consent with regard to a minor

Tennessee Marijuana Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, the possession of Marijuana – or Cannabis products – as well as the acts of growing or distributing marijuana without the expressed permission of the Tennessee State Government is a punishable, criminal offense. The following penalties are associated with Marijuana within the state of Tennessee:

Possession/Under the Influence of Marijuana

Individuals charged with possession of Marijuana exceeding 1 ounce can be charged for Drug Trafficking/Sale; individuals charged with possession of Marijuana exceeding ½ of an ounce may be charged with the intent to sell

1.    Amount: Any

•    Penalty: 1 year incarceration

•    Fines: $2,500

•    Classification: Misdemeanor

2.    Amount: Any (subsequent offense)

•    Penalty: varies

•    Fines: $250 – $1,000

•    Classification: varies

Cultivation of Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone – sale to a minor may also incur additional fines and incarceration

3.    Amount: less than 10 plants (weighing ½ ounce to 10 pounds)

•    Penalty: 1 – 6 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 10 – 19 plants

•    Penalty: 2 – 12 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $50,000

•    Classification: Felony

5.    Amount: 20 – 99 plants

•    Penalty: 3 – 15 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $100,000

•    Classification: Felony

6.    Amount: 100 – 499 plants

•    Penalty: 8 – 30 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $200,000

•    Classification: Felony

7.    Amount: 500+ plants

•    Penalty: 15 – 60 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $500,000

•    Classification: Felony

Sale of Marijuana

Supplementary Charges include Possession, Sale, and Sale to a minor with regard to Drug Paraphernalia; Marijuana charges may be subject to increase to the proximity to a school zone – sale to a minor may also incur additional fines and incarceration

1.    Amount: ½ ounce to 10 pounds

•    Penalty: 1 – 6 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

2.    Amount: 10 – 70 pounds

•    Penalty: 2 – 12 years’ incarceration

•    Fines:  $5,000

•    Classification: Felony

3.    Amount: 70 – 300 pounds

•    Penalty: 8 – 30 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $200,000

•    Classification: Felony

4.    Amount: 300 pounds +

•    Penalty: 15 – 60 years’ incarceration

•    Fines: $500,000

•    Classification: Felony

Medical Marijuana

Within the state of Tennessee, Medical Marijuana is considered to be illegal both for patient use and cultivation

Tennessee DWI and DUI Laws

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving while under the influence (DUI) charges exist in the event that an individual ingests illegal drugs, alcohol, or controlled-substances, which may impair their respective ability to safely operate a motor vehicle; the following DUI and DWI laws exist within the state of Tennessee:

•    Zero tolerance laws exist in the event that an individual below the legal age permissible to consume alcohol is suspected to be unlawfully operating a motor vehicle; within the state of Tennessee, the Zero Tolerance Blood Alcohol Content Level (BAC) cannot exceed .02%

•    The BAC limit for individuals operating motor vehicles may not reach .08%; this can constitute a DUI or DWI offense

•    In Tennessee, supplementary penalties may be incurred due to BAC levels exceeding .20%

•    Implied consent is a legal instrument that is employed within the realm of a DUI Arrest that entails a verbal or written contract resulting from the willing participation in a regulated activity, such as the operation of a motor vehicle; within Tennessee, law enforcement agents are permitted to act in accordance with implied consent laws

•    Upon a DUI or DWI conviction, and individuals is subject to undergo the loss of driving privileges for a period of no less than 1 years’ time;  penalties can range upwards of 3 years in addition to the installation of an ignition interlock device

•    Upon a second DUI or DWI conviction, an individual is subject to undergo the confiscation of their vehicle 

Tennessee Gun Laws

A handgun is a firearm whose smaller size is fashioned to be used upon operation by one hand, which typically fire single round ammunition; within the state of Tennessee, handgun laws are as follows:

•    The sale, ownership, or possession of handguns with regard to convicted felons, individuals addicted to drugs or alcohol, minors, fugitives,  or individuals who have been in long-term care in a mental health facility is illegal in the state of Tennessee;  individuals carrying illegal weapons on their person during the time of a crime, aggravated assault can be attributed to any coinciding criminal convictions imposed

•    A 15 day waiting period for the purchase of a firearm exists in the state of Tennessee

•    Current listing or report of forearms considered to be illegal in the state of Tennessee: machine guns, altered firearms, explosives, explosive rounds, and silenced weapons

Tennessee Adoption Laws

In the state of Tennessee, an individual who has been deemed as a law-abiding citizen – above the age(s) of 18 – who is of sound mind and moral character is permitted to adopt a child:

•    Within the state of Tennessee, and individual must maintain residence for a period of no less than 1 year

•    Any individual may be adopted; children above the age(s) of 14 must express consent with regard to a potential adoption

•    Within the state of Tennessee, the Department of Children’s Services mandates all adoptions

•    The statute of limitations available to challenge an adoption is 1 years’ time subsequent to the adoption

Tennessee Employment and Labor Laws

•    Within the state of Tennessee, an expressed, mandatory minimum wage standard does not exist

•    State Holidays are listed as: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas – Veteran’s Day, Wyoming Equality Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, and President’s Day result in the closing of public institutions only upon the decision set forth by the local board of trustees and government

•    Within the state of Tennessee, an individual’s employ cannot be terminated in the event that they report a violation or hazard taking place with regard to their respective employment – or place of employment

Tennessee Divorce Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, a divorce is defined as the termination of a marriage, which can occur upon a decision set forth by one or both partners involved in the marriage:

•    A divorce must be filed subsequent to 6 months residence within the state of Tennessee if the divorce manifested outside of the state; in the event that an individual –or individuals – were married in Tennessee and lived there on a continuous basis, a time constraint for filing does not exist

•    ‘No Fault’ divorce does exist on the grounds of irreconcilable differences; this occurs in the case of minor children present in tandem with a 2-year separation

•    Additional grounds for divorce can include cruelty, adultery, impotence, addiction, conviction of criminal activity, and insanity

Tennessee Death Penalty Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, Capital Punishment – or the Death Penalty – is legal; however, additional stipulations exist with regard to this procedure:

•    In the event of mental instability authorized by a court, capital punishment is disallowed

•    The minimum age permissible for a capital punishment sentence is 18

•    Within the state of Tennessee, homicide is considered to be the only crime punishable by death

•    The accepted means of capital punishment is lethal injection; electrocution can be selected if that conviction was set forth prior to 1/1/99

Tennessee Gambling Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, Gambling is defined as the purposeful risking of any or all assets, property or monies with the intention of gain; a primary stipulation exists that expressed that the individual retains no control of peripheral outcome(s) with regard to any wagers set forth:

•    Horse racing wagering is legal

•    Any and all unsanctioned structures and facilities intended to house gambling activity is deemed as illegal in the state of Tennessee

Tennessee Child Laws

Within the state of Tennessee, the following stipulations with regard to child laws and child custody are recognized:

•    Joint custody is permitted

•    The rights implied within grandparental visitation are recognized

•    The wishes of any or all children involves are taken into consideration with regard to a custody decision