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...
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Troubled teens and violent crimes in South Carolina
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...
Murder and its depiction
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...
Depression doesn’t always lead to violent offenses
Many South Carolina residents suffer from depression. Having this mood disorder doesn't necessarily mean that sufferers will commit violent acts. Depression, along with other factors like stress, trauma, and substance abuse, can increase the risk of violent behavior....
Can convicted felons own guns?
Convicted felons in South Carolina often move on from their past mistakes and turn their lives around. However, having such a status can still haunt you for the rest of your life, as certain rights and privileges will be permanently revoked. What are termed civil...
How firearm possession could make your criminal charges more severe
Having an encounter with the criminal justice system can be a stressful and terrifying experience. If you are facing criminal charges for allegedly engaging in illegal activities, you probably want to know what the worst-case scenario could be for you if the...
Violent crimes have increased in South Carolina
South Carolina has seen a rise in violent crimes since 2020, including a spike in murders and assaults. This follows a trend occurring across the United States. The rise of violent crimes In South Carolina, violent crimes have increased by 6% in 2020 compared to 2019,...
Why is gun violence surging in the united states?
Mass shootings are only a fraction of gun violence but are in the news often. Criminal law covers gun violence, assault and murder in Greenville, South Carolina. Gun violence has been lowering for decades. During the pandemic, there was a 21% increase. The 50 largest...
South Carolina police say missing man was murdered
Police in South Carolina have arrested two Conway residents in connection with the death of a man who was reported missing on Oct. 5. A 37-year-old man and 35-year-old woman were taken into custody at their residences on Nov. 11. They have both been charged with...
Men charged in connection with murder
Two people have been charged in connection with the shooting death of a 60-year-old convenience store owner. The 23-year-old man and 19-year-old man were taken into custody on Oct. 6 by investigators from the South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division. SLED was...
