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SC DUI Enforcement Increases During the Holiday Season
In South Carolina, local and state police increase their efforts to stop drunk drivers during the holiday season. As The Herald wrote around this time last year: “As people gather for the Christmas and New Year holidays, law enforcement officials in South Carolina are...
How Do You Establish “Reasonable Doubt” in a South Carolina DUI Case?
When you are facing a DUI charge in South Carolina, you do not need to prove your innocence to avoid a conviction at trial. Instead, all you need to do is prevent prosecutors from proving that you are guilty. The prosecution has the burden of proving your guilt...
Can You Get a DUI Charge Reduced in Rock Hill, SC?
When you are facing a DUI charge in South Carolina, you have three primary options: You can plead guilty, you can fight your charge, or you can seek to have your charge reduced. Pleading guilty to DUI is rarely (if ever) the best option, but seeking a reduced charge...
Facing a South Carolina DUI? Don’t Rely on These “Defenses” That Will Fail in Court
When you are facing a DUI charge in South Carolina, there are defenses that work, and there are “defenses” that don’t. While the defenses you have available depend on the specific facts of your case, there are mistakes that can jeopardize your case regardless of the...
Should I Plead Guilty to DUI if I was Driving Drunk in South Carolina?
The police in South Carolina target drunk drivers year-round. If you have been arrested for drunk driving in South Carolina, should you fight your charge? Or, should you plead guilty and move on with your life? You Need to Fight Your South Carolina DUI Charge When...
What Are Your Rights if Prosecutors Hide Evidence in South Carolina?
As a criminal defendant in South Carolina, you have the constitutional right to a fair trial. Among other things, this means that you have the right to ensure that the judge or jury hears all relevant evidence—including evidence in the government’s possession that is...
What Does a Criminal Lawyer Do?
Being charged with a crime is an emotional event. But regardless of the circumstances, it's not something you should attempt to handle on your own. During a stressful time like this, you should be working with an experienced criminal lawyer on your case. South...
How (and When) Can You File for Expungement in South Carolina?
Due to the consequences of having an arrest or conviction on your criminal record, an expungement can truly provide a new lease on life. In South Carolina, many (but not all) arrests and convictions are eligible for expungement. Determining whether you qualify can be...
Should You Consider a Plea Bargain in Your South Carolina Criminal Case?
If you have been charged with a crime in South Carolina, you need to do everything you can to protect yourself. A conviction can have life-altering consequences—and these consequences can extend far beyond any time you may spend behind bars. Does this mean that you...
7 Common Alcohol-Related Crimes in South Carolina
In South Carolina, alcohol-related offenses can get you into serious trouble. Most of these crimes carry the potential for jail time, and they all carry consequences that can impact your life for years to come. As a result, if you have been charged with an...