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Many mental health professionals and others have researched the motivations behind those who committed murder. Numerous studies and commentaries examine why the public maintains a fascination with or a nonchalant attitude toward the depiction of murders in popular...
Adults get arrested every day in South Carolina for offenses ranging from drug possession to homicide. In many cases, individuals will face state charges, but not always. Prosecutors will sometimes seek charges under federal law. When you understand the differences...
A typical police lineup usually works by assembling a group of people and having each of them hold up a number. The witness stands behind glass and tells the police if they recognize the suspect. This is part of standard procedure when police are conducting an...
There is one Court of Appeal in South Carolina. Nine judges sit on the court. They typically hear cases in sets of three judges, but on critical cases, all the judges may listen to a case together. Lawmakers elect these judges to serve a six-year term. What types of...
Many South Carolina residents suffer from depression. Having this mood disorder doesn't necessarily mean that sufferers will commit violent acts. Depression, along with other factors like stress, trauma, and substance abuse, can increase the risk of violent behavior....
While South Carolina recognizes the Second Amendment rights of its residents, there are certain situations in which a weapon is illegal or when it is unlawful for a person to possess a firearm. Understanding what is prohibited might help people in the state avoid...
If you face one or more federal charges in South Carolina, then you will go through a federal criminal trial. These trials often take less time than state cases, so you may want to be diligent in planning your defense. Initial appearance An initial appearance occurs...
Every driver's education program in South Carolina teaches teenagers who want to get their license about traffic safety laws. Education about alcohol impairment is mandatory for those who want to get their license. A significant blood alcohol concentration (BAC) will...
Securities fraud is a serious offense that has affected many people in Greenville, South Carolina over the past ten years. It is not investigated in the same way as many other crimes. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the organization tasked with...
When a federal prosecutor has reason to believe you have committed a crime in South Carolina, they will conduct their investigations and present their evidence to the grand jury. If the grand jury finds that evidence convincing enough, they will issue an indictment so...