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Embezzlement is a theft crime involving someone intentionally stealing money through their employment or access to a business. Often, embezzlement charges occur at the state level when an employer reports someone to law enforcement for stealing from a company....
Racketeering is a term often used for organized criminal enterprises that take illegal measures to operate. Both federal and state laws enforce legal protections against this type of crime. The federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act (RICO) qualifies...
The system of drug classification in the U.S. is very complex. In fact, because of all the exceptions and differences in chemical composition, it would be hard to classify drugs to exactly which is legal and to what extent it is legal. You should familiarize yourself...
While it is typical for South Carolina law enforcement to prosecute any domestic violence crimes, there are situations in which federal government agencies can step in. For instance, if domestic violence crosses state lines or involves an offender who has a history of...
If you went to trial to defend yourself against criminal allegations, you likely hoped to avoid a conviction. However, not everyone is lucky to achieve this. It is common for people to experience anger or despair after being found guilty by a jury, but it's certainly...
Working at a South Carolina business is highly rewarding, but your efforts can go up in flames if you are charged with fraud. The best thing to do is clear your name and continue with a clean slate. These are some common types of business fraud. Payroll fraud Payroll...
South Carolina is one of the states that has a stand your ground law. Some people are confused by what it means. Understanding stand your ground The stand your ground law comes from a statute called the Protection of Persons and Property Act. It gives you the right to...
Some may assume that eyewitness testimony would represent solid evidence in a South Carolina courtroom, but that is not always the case. In certain proceedings, eyewitness testimony could be far weaker than believed. When the evidence in a criminal trial is weak, a...
The South Carolina Department of Justice processes more than 13,000 cases involving children between the ages of 10 and 17 every year. Approximately ten percent of these cases involve violent crimes. Defining violent crimes Typically, violent crimes involve a...
If you have been arrested for drug charges in South Carolina, one of the first facts your defense needs to consider is whether police legally obtained the evidence. Many drug charge cases obtain their evidence through police search and seizure, and both state and...