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People who are facing a case in the criminal justice system generally have to make more than one court appearance. One appearance they may have to make is a preliminary hearing, which occurs after an initial appearance. This hearing must be held within a reasonable...
People come to Charleston for many different reasons. Some adults have to travel for work. Others may come with their families for historical tours, entertainment opportunities and excellent meals. People who travel for pleasure often bring home souvenirs to remind...
College students are held to specific standards by the school they’re attending. Some are also bound by conduct standards for scholarships. Being subject to a criminal charge, especially if it leads to a conviction, can inspire significant issues for them. There are...
Those involved in a physical confrontation with another person could end up accused of violating state law. South Carolina makes it a crime to assault another person, and certain scenarios may even lead to specialized charges. For example, allegations of domestic...
Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that transcends both cultural and socio-economic boundaries. Both men and women can be victims. While the phrase “domestic violence” tends to evoke images of physical abuse, domestic violence actually occurs in a multitude of...
One of the most stressful questions a police officer can ask a driver is whether they have had something to drink. Most motorists know that such questions usually proceed with enhanced screening for signs of alcohol impairment. Police officers can ask someone to exit...
If you have ever driven through a police DUI checkpoint in Charleston, you might wonder how they work and why they are allowed to exist -- especially if the police arrested you. After all, random police stops are unconstitutional, right? It's true that the Fourth...
We have all seen how body cameras worn by police have affected the criminal justice system. Body cam footage can help a prosecutor prove that the defendant committed the crime they are charged with. Such footage often also exposes police misconduct and violations of...
In South Carolina, any person charged with a General Sessions crime must be given notice of his or her right to a preliminary hearing. If you are charged with a magistrate or municipal level offense, then you do not have a right to a preliminary hearing. In most...
It is busy downtown as students at the College of Charleston finishing moving in and prepare for the fall semester. With the start of college, students are excited to be in Charleston and want to enjoy it with friends, which usually involves alcohol consumption. That...