Criminal Defense, Family
If your child has found themselves in trouble with South Carolina’s juvenile court it can be scary for both your child and for you as their parents. Knowing what to expect after your child is charged and what rights they have are particularly important. A juvenile criminal defense lawyer will be able to advise you […]
South Carolina laws contain a very specific charge called domestic violence. There are three different degrees of the charge, and each has their own elements and possible penalties. An experienced South Carolina domestic violence attorney can help you understand what your charges mean and what the possible penalties are if you are facing this type […]
Shoplifting in any state may be considered a serious crime, but in South Carolina, it is a crime that comes with some serious penalties, including possible jail time and hefty fines. In addition to any criminal charges that a shoplifter may be faced with, the merchant where the products were shoplifted from may also be […]
We’ve all seen television shows and heard of people that have been arrested for a crime that they didn’t really commit. Even if you didn’t commit the crime, you still have to remember that anything you say can be used against you in a court of law, and you have the right to an attorney. […]
Over the past decade, college campuses around the country have been cracking down on hazing, with colleges frequently suspending fraternities and sororities. Of the 47 Greek organizations on the University of South Carolina’s campus (28 fraternities and 19 sororities), The State reports that 10 of them had college hazing violations in the 2017-18 school year. […]
When a parent or close family member is arrested and must spend time in jail, it can be devastating to the family. Often, however, the children are hurt the most. Younger children may simply not understand why the parent or loved one is not able to see them or not coming home at night. Teens […]
For people who have been accused of a crime, it can be incredibly confusing and bewildering. This is especially true for first-time offenders who may not fully understand the gravity and consequences just yet. For people who have already spent time in jail, it can be less terrifying, but the process is no less troubling. […]
