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...
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3 things to know if you get arrested as a college student in Charleston
Being a college student is an exciting time, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges. Unfortunately, sometimes those challenges may include legal troubles. If you are in a situation where you’ve been arrested as a college student, it’s important to...
What Are The Most Common Spring Break & Drinking Related Arrests In South Carolina?
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...
What are the collateral consequences of a conviction in Magistrate or Municipal Court in South Carolina?
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...
False Accusations & College Student Defense
We are seeing more and more colleges and universities looking into college student conduct violations, including other more serious violations such as sexual assault and assault and battery. Each college or university has its own code of student conduct which students...
COLLEGE STUDENT DEFENSE IN SOUTH CAROLINA
With sorority and fraternity rush coming up in the next few weeks and college beginning shortly thereafter, college students at the College of Charleston and other South Carolina universities need to know that law enforcement is cracking down on "Greek life" and...
Prescription pain relievers and criminal charges
Prescription pain medications are necessary to provide relief to those with certain medical issues, such as chronic pain or recovery from surgery. Unfortunately, these drugs also have criminal uses. Painkillers are not legal for every person. They are only legal for...
An overview of disorderly conduct for South Carolina students
As a college student, you work hard to pursue your scholarly goals and get good grades. Cramming for exams and hitting the books causes a lot of stress, and sometimes you need to let loose. Whether you are just hanging out with friends or drinking alcohol at a...
What happens if you are caught with a fake ID?
As a college student under age 21, you may have used a fake ID to purchase alcohol or enter a club or bar. While this may seem like a common and not-so-serious issue, the truth is that if police catch you with a fake ID, you could face serious consequences.If you are...
College kids can gain criminal records by possessing alcohol
There are a number of violations that the state of South Carolina can charge a college kid with when it comes to alcohol. Perhaps considered relatively innocuous is the minor in possession code section. However, it is a crime to possess alcohol when under the age of...