Category: Criminal Defense

How Character Evidence Can Affect Your Criminal Defense Case
Evidence about a person’s character is typically inadmissible in South Carolina courtrooms. However, there are exceptions and certainly situations where …
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How Plea Bargains Work: Should You Take The Deal?
Few criminal cases go all the way to trial. Instead, many defendants are convicted when they accept a plea deal. …
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The Long-Term Consequences of a DUI Conviction
A DUI conviction is a life-altering event with many long-term consequences. Anyone who is picked up for driving under the …
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What’s the difference between state and federal criminal charges?
Navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system can be daunting, especially when facing charges that could fall under state …
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Common mistakes to avoid during pre-charge investigations
Facing a criminal investigation is undoubtedly upsetting. The weight of potential charges hangs heavily, and the uncertainty and fear people …
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State grand jury investigations: Basics and what to do if subpoenaed
The legal system can be a labyrinth, and receiving a subpoena for a state grand jury investigation can be a …
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What a target letter is and what to do if you receive one
Certain letters received in the mail can be an indicator of major legal challenges to come. For example, some people …
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What is the difference between tax evasion and tax fraud?
Tax evasion and tax fraud are terms that are often used interchangeably. However, their meanings and impacts are distinct. Both …
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Is purse snatching considered robbery?
Robbery is the use of force or intimidation to take another person’s property. This use of violence, or threat of …
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Things you can expect as a result of due process in the U.S.
There is a lot for you to think about when you’re being charged or investigated for a crime. One of …
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