Greenville South Carolina Criminal Defense Blog
Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli to plead guilty
People in South Carolina might have heard about the college admissions scandal that involved wealthy, famous people accused of buying their children's way into elite schools. Lori Loughlin and her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, were two of the last holdouts in the case....
Are insider trading laws unconstitutional?
South Carolinians must be careful with their stock trading if they are in possession of material nonpublic information. If they act on it, they could be charged with the crime of insider trading. This is exactly what happened to an attorney for Apple who allegedly...
When does a drug crime change from a state to a federal charge?
If you were to compare the schedule of Controlled Substances for the state of South Carolina and the federal government, you will find substantial overlap. For the most part, the same substances are illegal at both the state and federal level. South Carolina has not...
Attorney faces white collar crimes for using inside information
For South Carolina residents who are confronted by white-collar crime charges, it is important to understand the potential long-term consequences for a conviction. These allegations often involve those who are professionals in their field of finance, law and business....
An overview of the criminal appeals process
If a trial court in South Carolina makes an error during a criminal proceeding, it may be possible to appeal the ruling. However, the party who wishes to appeal must be able to show that the mistake was substantial or material. In other words, the mistake must have...
Suspended Sentence Available for Some Domestic Violence Offenses
Domestic violence is an example of a violent offense in the State of South Carolina. The potential consequences vary based on the specific facts of the case. However, a person facing a domestic violence charge has the right to a trial. They may also receive a...
Understanding drug charges in South Carolina
Even while states across the country are legalizing cannabis, you can still face serious criminal penalties in South Carolina for marijuana possession and other types of drug crimes. Relatively small amounts of drugs can lead to criminal charges that can affect your...
Understanding how many criminal appeals can be made
Criminal defense in South Carolina is not limited to the trial. After the trial has been completed, criminal appeals might be necessary. For people who are concerned about how to lodge an appeal, one key aspect is understanding how many appeals are allowed under the...
Murder suspect apprehended in Beaufort County
A South Carolina man being sought in connection with a night club shooting on Jan. 12 has been apprehended in Beaufort County. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office announced on March 3 that the 19-year-old Helena Island resident was taken into custody by deputies from...
Factors that influence the degree of assault and battery charges
Although every state has slight variations in the language they use, the charges they bring against people and the specific penalties involved, unwanted or non-consensual acts of physical contact, as well as threatening words or behavior, are generally against the...
