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What are South Carolina’s Laws on Marijuana, Hemp, and CBD?
As states across the country have moved forward with legalizing both medicinal and recreational marijuana, South Carolina’s legislature has maintained the status quo. As of early 2020, it remains illegal to grow, distribute, or use marijuana in South Carolina in any...
Fact or Fiction: 6 Myths about Criminal Trials in South Carolina
You can’t believe everything you see on television. While this is true for most types of movies and TV shows, it is especially true when it comes to crime dramas that depict fictionalized criminal trials. However, these movies and shows have been around for decades;...
Defending Against Attempt, Conspiracy, and Aiding and Abetting Charges in South Carolina
You were arrested, but you didn’t commit a crime. Or, at least you don’t think you committed a crime. Do you need to be worried? If so, what type of defense do you need to assert in order to avoid being convicted and potentially sentenced to jail time at trial? Like...
Charged with DUI Over the Holidays? Get DUI Lawyer’s Free Consultation in South Carolina
Last year, we wrote about our tips for avoiding a DUI charge during the holiday season. But, what if it’s too late? What if you got pulled over during the holidays and you are now at risk for having a DUI conviction on your permanent record? Facing a DUI charge in...
What Happens After You Get Arrested in South Carolina?
If you have been arrested in South Carolina, it is important for you to understand what will happen next. Being arrested is a serious matter, and while it does not necessarily mean that you will be charged with a crime, it does mean that you need to be extremely...
What are Your Constitutional Rights After an Arrest in South Carolina?
When you get arrested in South Carolina, the U.S. Constitution affords you a number of fundamental protections. Many of the Constitution’s protections apply prior to arrest as well. If you have been arrested for any alleged criminal offense in South Carolina, you need...
7 Mistakes to Avoid After a DUI Arrest in South Carolina
A DUI is a serious criminal charge in South Carolina. Depending on whether this is your first offense or you already have a DUI (or multiple DUIs) on your record, you could be facing hundreds or thousands of dollars in fines and anywhere from 48 hours to five years in...
What are the Penalties for Felonies and Misdemeanors in South Carolina?
If you have been charged with a crime in South Carolina, one of the most important things you need to know is how much jail or prison time is on the table. However, this can also be one of the most difficult pieces of information to find. Section 16-1-10 of the South...
5 Ways to Avoid a Holiday DUI Charge
The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate with friends and family. However, those celebrations mean the number of DUIs increase around this time of year, causing trouble instead of cheer for many people. Michael L. Brown, our criminal law attorney, wants to help...
3 Questions to Ask a Criminal Lawyer
Working with a criminal lawyer is necessary if you want to get the best outcome in your court case. But before you hire an attorney, you'll need to make sure you're working with the right person. Preparation is key, especially for your very first meeting. Here are...