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,...
Being charged with burglary can be a shock to any South Carolina resident. While you might know you're innocent, it's important to have a solid criminal defense. There are certain elements of a burglary charge, so if anything is absent in your case, the charges might...
White-collar crimes aren’t thought of as much as criminal offenses, but they're common. They happen every day in South Carolina and elsewhere. It’s important to know the elements that comprise this federal offense. What is wire fraud? Wire fraud is one of many...
If you are found in unlawful possession of a deadly weapon in South Carolina, the court can charge you under state and federal laws. Both governments have their own ways of dealing with weapon charges. Here's a look at federal penalties for weapons violations. The...
Sometimes shortened to just "certiorari," writ of certiorari comes from the Latin, "to be fully informed." Without a doubt, it's a good idea for anyone in South Carolina who's received an unfavorable ruling in court to be fully informed on how this legal process...
The holidays are a time for celebration with family and friends. They are also a time when police and sheriff's deputies aggressively pull over drivers and seek to arrest them on drunk driving charges. This happens every year in Greenville and throughout South...
Being arrested on criminal charges in South Carolina can be frightening. One of the worst things that can happen is receiving a conviction if you know the offense wasn’t nearly as serious or you’re completely innocent. In either situation, you should know how to file...
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...
In South Carolina, you have a right to go about your business without being harassed or intimidated. However, there are occasions when a person may have civil or criminal charges brought against him or her for just that reason. Malicious prosecution occurs when...
The legal status of cannabis has been thrown in and out of limbo, having been legalized in numerous states while remaining federally illegal. If you're traveling out of state, it's important to know which regulations to follow to stay on the right side of the law. For...
