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Sirens fade, handcuffs click and suddenly your life seems to flip upside down. A driving under the influence (DUI) arrest can leave you confused, scared and unsure of what is about to happen next. Will you lose your license? How long before you can go home? What steps...
South Carolina has relatively thorough domestic violence statutes. There are three different degrees of traditional domestic violence charges. Anyone accused of assaulting, threatening or causing bodily injury to a household member could be at risk of a domestic...
Statements made by an alleged victim can have a major impact on the outcome of a criminal case. In many scenarios where the state pursues charges related to assault and other forms of violence, the victim affected by the incident is a key source of evidence if the...
Every different type of criminal charge carries specific penalties. The law imposes different consequences depending on the severity of the offense and the history of the person accused. Certain types of penalties are standard in a broad assortment of different types...
Some trends related to the holidays are overall positive. Most people feel a desire to reconnect with their families and to observe family traditions during the holidays, which can be positive experiences. The major holidays see a change in interpersonal behavior,...
People may get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses after crashes or traffic stops. Anyone who displays impaired ability on the road or fails a breath test is at risk of prosecution. Those accused of a DUI may face serious criminal penalties if they...
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...