by Seaton & Duncan | Nov 22, 2024 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Charges, DUI
What NOT To Do After Being Charged in SC Facing a criminal charge in South Carolina can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Whether it’s a minor misdemeanor or a serious felony, how you handle the situation after being charged can significantly impact the...
by Seaton & Duncan | Nov 22, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Habitual traffic offender, or HTO status, is when the South Carolina DMV “declares” a person to be a habitual traffic offender based on the number of convictions the person has for “major” or “minor” traffic offenses within three years. In this article, we will cover...
by Seaton & Duncan | Sep 11, 2024 | Criminal Defense
When facing criminal charges, understanding your legal rights is critical. In South Carolina, individuals accused of crimes are afforded specific protections to ensure they receive fair treatment throughout the legal process. These rights, rooted in both the U.S....
by Seaton & Duncan | Sep 11, 2024 | Criminal Defense
When minors in South Carolina commit crimes, the legal system handles their cases differently from those of adults. Juvenile justice is designed with rehabilitation, rather than punishment, as the primary goal. It aims to help young offenders learn from their mistakes...
by Seaton & Duncan | Sep 11, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law
When a marriage reaches a difficult point, some couples consider legal separation as an alternative to divorce. In South Carolina, the concept of “legal separation” is often misunderstood because the State does not officially recognize it in the same way...
