White-collar crimes in South Carolina cover several categories of nonviolent, illegal financial activities committed for the defendant's benefit. These activities have the goal of deception, which often occurs through omission, lying, and misrepresentation....
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Pyramid scheme vs. Ponzi scheme
Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes are both white-collar crimes, and although they can appear similar, they have several differences. Individuals in South Carolina may be interested to learn what distinguishes each scheme. What is a pyramid scheme? A pyramid scheme is...
When is an act considered a criminal conspiracy?
People in South Carolina who are facing conspiracy charges in state or federal court might face prison sentences and stiff fines if they are convicted. People might still be charged with this offense even if the act was not completed as long as one or more of the...
What to know about appealing a criminal conviction
If you're convicted of a crime in a South Carolina court, you are generally allowed to appeal the decision. In the event that a serious error is made during trial, it may be the basis for your appeal. This may be true even if the error was not brought to a judge's...
