Your world can be turned upside down from a domestic violence accusation. In South Carolina, there are several different Domestic Violence charges, all of which carry the potential for prison time. South Carolina takes domestic violence cases seriously. The penalties...
If you or a family member were injured or killed as a result of a crime, you deserve to be fully compensated from those responsible. These crimes may include drunk driving injury cases, assault and battery, date rape or sexual assaults, murder or manslaughter, to name...
Allegations of domestic violence can have a profound impact on many areas of your life. You may have to move out of your home temporarily and could have an uphill battle when seeking custody of your children. You could lose your job and face other consequences, like...
A. Who is a party in the case? In South Carolina, a criminal case is filed by a prosecutor. In other words, while you may be a victim in a criminal case, it is the state (aka-the prosecutor) who is the actual party to the case that files the criminal charges against...
Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of a traffic stop, collision or arrest will determine the charges and penalties you face when accused of a driving under the influence (DUI) offense. People find the different rules and timelines to be rather...
Traffic fatalities were the highest they have been in the last FIVE years in South Carolina last year according to the South Carolina Department of Public Safety (SCDPS). Approximately 1005 fatal traffic accidents resulted in 1080 deaths—in South Carolina alone. The...
Being injured in an auto accident due to a driver who is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is traumatic and can be life changing. If you have been injured due to a drunk driver, here are three tips to remember to protect your rights: Call the police...
Social Media sites such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram are a wonderful way to keep in touch with family and friends. In 2022, pretty much every person you know uses some form of social media daily. People use social media to post live feeds of their life, memes,...
Spring Break has begun for some colleges and is quickly approaching for others. As the number of Covid-19 cases begin to decline and travel restrictions are lifted, some experts believe travel will return to a pre-pandemic level. The Lowcountry, particularly...
The most common cases we handle in magistrate and municipal courts are: Driving under the influence (DUI) Open Container Public Intoxication Minor in Possession of Alcohol Possession of a Fake ID Domestic Violence Assault and Battery Simple Possession of Marijuana...
