A DUI arrest is one of the most well-known charges of all criminal offenses. Whenever an actor, politician, police officer or any high profile person is arrested for DUI their face and arrest is typically all over the news. However, what isn’t known by most unless you’re a lawyer or in law enforcement is the… Read More
Can I get a temporary driver’s license after DUI in SC
How To Get a Temporary License after a DUI in SC Facing a drink driving offense such as driving under the influence (DUI) or driving with an unlawful concentration of alcohol Concentration (DUAC) has many collateral consequences that will impact your life almost immediately. In addition to the threat of a jail sentence or fines,… Read More
South Carolina Drug Penalties
Imposing harsh punishment for drug crimes has been the mantra of legislators around the country for over four decades now, ever since the Nixon era “War on drugs” began. Although many states have started to realize that arresting our way out of the problem simply hasn’t worked the new U.S. Attorney General has announced that… Read More
What does hand of one hand of all mean?
The state of South Carolina recognizes a legal theory called accomplice liability and it is often described as “the hand of one hand of all.” The hand of one hand of all applies when there are accomplices to a crime acting together. The Supreme Court of South Carolina in State v. Kelsey, held that “if… Read More
What is a target letter?
A target letter is a letter from the federal government telling you that you are a target for criminal prosecution. It is frequently used in white collar crimes and is typically the first sign that you are under investigation. A target can be defined as someone where the government believes there is substantial evidence. The target… Read More
