Facing accusations of theft on the job is not something to take lightly. When these charges fall under the white-collar category of embezzlement, they may become even more serious.Embezzlement is a form of fraud whereby a person steals money entrusted to him or her at...
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Month: September 2019
Top crimes during the holiday season
The end of the year is fast approaching, meaning that the most popular season is around the corner. Usually, this means there is more charity and kindness going around.On the other hand, it is also when the rates of certain crimes go up. These are just a few of the...
Challenging your conviction with post-conviction relief
If you want to challenge the results of your conviction, your attorney could explore post-conviction relief for you in the trial court where your case was originally heard.When you file as the “applicant,” the court will approve a new attorney to assist in...
Rape and sexual assault rising, says DOJ report
Some types of violent crime are rising in South Carolina and across the country, according to the 2019 National Crime Victimization Survey. The report was issued by the Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Statistics. Researchers asked people if they were victims...
South Carolina man convicted of 2014 murder
A South Carolina jury deliberated for a little over three hours Aug. 27 before finding a 24-year-old man guilty of the 2014 murder of Lexington County teenager. The judge then sentenced the man to the state mandatory minimum of 30 years in prison. He was given a...
