Category: Criminal Defense

How Prior Convictions Can Affect Your Current Charges in SC
Prior convictions can affect your current charges in SC by raising the maximum possible sentence, increasing the sentence the judge …
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When Does Shoplifting Become a Felony in South Carolina?
Shoplifting becomes a felony in South Carolina when the value of the goods is $2,000 or more. In addition, when …
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Can You Get a DUI On a Boat in South Carolina?
Boating under the influence (BUI) in South Carolina is the crime of operating a boat while under the influence of …
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Role of DNA Evidence in Criminal Convictions
DNA evidence is used in less than one percent of criminal cases. But it’s used in the most serious cases …
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How To Get a Resisting Arrest Charge Dropped in SC
Getting resisting arrest charges dropped in SC can happen in four ways: Convince the state solicitor to drop the charges …
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How Does the Criminal Defense Process Differ for Juvenile Offenders in SC?
The criminal defense process for juvenile offenders differs in some key respects. Charges are issued differently, and arrest and detention …
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What To Expect in a DUI Preliminary Hearing in Columbia
At a DUI preliminary hearing in Columbia, the state presents evidence in a limited format. You may cross-examine witnesses, but …
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DUAC vs. DUI Charges in South Carolina: What’s the Difference?
DUAC and DUI are both drunk driving charges in South Carolina. But they are not the same. Our experienced Columbia …
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What Happens If You Have a Bench Warrant in Another State?
If you have a bench warrant in another state, you may be arrested and held until it is determined whether …
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Can You Get a DUI For Weed in South Carolina?
You may wonder if it’s possible to get a DUI for weed in South Carolina. Up to 40% of the …
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