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...


Criminal Defense
What is the difference between civil & criminal cases in South Carolina?
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...
Social Media Posts Can Impact Your Criminal Case:
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,...
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...
Will a criminal conviction in South Carolina impact my security clearance?
The simple answer is, most likely. Federal employees, government contractors and many other employees may be required to obtain a security clearance for his or her job position. In determining national security eligibility, the federal government considers a person’s:...
What Does Plea Bargaining Mean In South Carolina?
When facing criminal charges in South Carolina, you may or may not be familiar with the term "plea bargaining". A plea bargain or plea deal can be defined as an agreement between a defense attorney and prosecutor which allows the defendant to plead guilty to a lesser...
SOUTH CAROLINA YOUTHFUL OFFENDER ACT
If we all took some time to reflect on our lives between the age of seventeen and twenty-five years old, I think most of us would say we were less than perfect and may have made a mistake or two along the way. Perhaps you or a loved one is in that stage in their life...
What you need to know about South Carolina’s marijuana laws
If you are an out-of-state student attending one of South Carolina’s many fine colleges, universities, and professional schools, you need to know that our state likely has far more restrictive marijuana laws than your home state. In fact, South Carolina has some...
PERSONAL RECOGNIZANCE (PR) OR SURETY BOND: DOES IT MATTER?
Under South Carolina law, when someone is charged with a crime, that person will appear in front of a bond judge who will determine whether to set a bond and, if so, what conditions will be set. The bond hearing is typically held within 24 hours of being...