Category: Criminal Defense

Sex Offender Registration in South Carolina: Understanding Your Obligations
The South Carolina sex offender registry is an often-overlooked part of a criminal case against someone accused of a sex …
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What is a Grand Jury Subpoena and How Does it Differ From Other Subpoenas?
Grand juries perform an essential service in the South Carolina criminal justice system. Before the state can charge a person …
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What Happens if You Violate Probation in South Carolina?
Probation is a common sentencing alternative that allows offenders to serve their time under community supervision. However, probation comes with …
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License Reinstatement: How to Get it Back After a DUI in South Carolina
Losing your license is possibly the hardest part of any DUI case. Our clients depend on their cars to get …
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Can You Record the Police in South Carolina?
The rise of the smartphone might be the best deterrent to police harassment. This hand-held device has leveled the playing …
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Steps to Take if You Are Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault
Unfortunately, false accusations of sexual assault do happen and can ruin the lives of those accused.. In reality, nobody knows …
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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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