by Seaton & Duncan | Nov 25, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
by Seaton & Duncan | Nov 25, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
by Seaton & Duncan | Oct 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense, DUI
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...
by Seaton & Duncan | Oct 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
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...
