Category: Criminal Defense
What Are Crimes of Moral Turpitude?
A crime of moral turpitude is a criminal act involving baselessness, vileness, or depravity in the duties of society. It …
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How To Get a Suspended License Reinstated After a DUI in Columbia
Getting a suspended license reinstated after a DUI in Columbia usually involves installing an ignition interlock device, completing a treatment …
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How To Defend Yourself Against False Accusations
The Georgia Innocence Project reports that four to six percent of people in prison in the United States are innocent …
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Can a Cop Search Your Car Without a Warrant in South Carolina?
The cops can search your car without a warrant when one of the warrantless search exceptions applies. Generally, the police …
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What to Do If You’re Facing a DUI Manslaughter Charge in South Carolina
If you’re facing a DUI manslaughter charge in South Carolina, exercise your right to remain silent. Contact an attorney as …
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Is Lying to the Police a Crime in South Carolina?
A person who lies to the police may be charged with a criminal offense, including providing false information to the …
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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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