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While it is typical for South Carolina law enforcement to prosecute any domestic violence crimes, there are situations in which federal government agencies can step in. For instance, if domestic violence crosses state lines or involves an offender who has a history of...
If you went to trial to defend yourself against criminal allegations, you likely hoped to avoid a conviction. However, not everyone is lucky to achieve this. It is common for people to experience anger or despair after being found guilty by a jury, but it's certainly...
Working at a South Carolina business is highly rewarding, but your efforts can go up in flames if you are charged with fraud. The best thing to do is clear your name and continue with a clean slate. These are some common types of business fraud. Payroll fraud Payroll...
South Carolina is one of the states that has a stand your ground law. Some people are confused by what it means. Understanding stand your ground The stand your ground law comes from a statute called the Protection of Persons and Property Act. It gives you the right to...
Some may assume that eyewitness testimony would represent solid evidence in a South Carolina courtroom, but that is not always the case. In certain proceedings, eyewitness testimony could be far weaker than believed. When the evidence in a criminal trial is weak, a...
The South Carolina Department of Justice processes more than 13,000 cases involving children between the ages of 10 and 17 every year. Approximately ten percent of these cases involve violent crimes. Defining violent crimes Typically, violent crimes involve a...
If you have been arrested for drug charges in South Carolina, one of the first facts your defense needs to consider is whether police legally obtained the evidence. Many drug charge cases obtain their evidence through police search and seizure, and both state and...
Many mental health professionals and others have researched the motivations behind those who committed murder. Numerous studies and commentaries examine why the public maintains a fascination with or a nonchalant attitude toward the depiction of murders in popular...
Adults get arrested every day in South Carolina for offenses ranging from drug possession to homicide. In many cases, individuals will face state charges, but not always. Prosecutors will sometimes seek charges under federal law. When you understand the differences...
A typical police lineup usually works by assembling a group of people and having each of them hold up a number. The witness stands behind glass and tells the police if they recognize the suspect. This is part of standard procedure when police are conducting an...
