DUI in SC: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & Subsequent Offenses
Charged with DUI in SC? Whether this is your first experience with SC’s criminal justice system, or you’ve been here before, it can be confusing and stressful. People often wonder: Am I going to jail? Will I lose my license? Is this going to be on my criminal record...
Arson Laws in SC
What are the arson laws in South Carolina? Arson is when you set fire to something, right? Hold on – the definitions of arson contained in South Carolina criminal law are a bit more detailed and complex than that. Understanding them – as well as what the State must...
How to Appeal a Felony Conviction
The procedures for appeals in SC are complex and unforgiving – at every stage in the process, there are strict deadlines. If a deadline is missed, your appeal could be dismissed before the appellate court even hears your case, or you could be prohibited from even...
Burglary vs. Robbery in SC: What You Need to Know
Is there a difference between burglary and robbery charges in SC? Burglary and robbery are two separate offenses, with different elements that the state must prove to get a conviction, different penalties, and different defenses that may be available at trial. In...
Assault and Battery in SC: Charges and Penalties
When most people think of assault and battery charges, they picture someone punching another person. That’s definitely assault and battery, unless the punch was justified by something like self-defense, but did you know that assault and battery covers a much wider...
Criminal Sexual Conduct in SC: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degree
Criminal sexual conduct in SC, also called CSC or rape, is among the most serious criminal charges in our state and can carry as much as 30 years in prison if a person is convicted. Whether a person is convicted and how long their potential sentence could be depends...
Grand Larceny in SC: Charges & Penalties
Grand larceny charges in SC can carry up to ten years in prison and give you a criminal record for stealing that may follow you for the rest of your life. But first, just what is grand larceny in SC? If I take something that belongs to you, is that automatically...
When Does a DUI Become a Felony in SC?
Some DUIs in SC are misdemeanors, while others are felony offenses. What makes a DUI a felony in SC? Felony DUI charges usually involve a death or a serious injury – these cases are complex, often receive media coverage, and are aggressively prosecuted by police and...
Domestic Violence Laws in SC: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, DVHAN in SC
Domestic violence laws in South Carolina keep getting tougher and tougher. Politicians know that it’s a hot topic that gets voters fired up. The phrase “tough on crime” wins votes, while “fair to the accused” does not. What this means is that, over time, South...
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