Being convicted of a criminal offense can impact your life significantly. Personal relationships among family members could be strained while you are on trial. Additionally, your career prospects might be stunted. People often become deflated when they have been...
As a parent, you remember well how you started drinking in college, even though you weren't 21. But your teenager is still in high school, so you assume they haven't begun drinking yet. You believe they know that it is illegal and dangerous and that they wouldn't...
It is generally illegal to use physical force against other people. If you strike someone else, you might find yourself facing assault charges, especially if you cause the other person a significant injury. Not everyone accused of assault actually engaged in an...
Even though you have used deliberate force against another person without their consent, some circumstances may excuse your actions. The defenses available in assault or aggravated assault cases vary depending on the facts of your case. As such, it is crucial to...
You may avoid drinking and have no history of taking illicit drugs, but did you know that you could still end up with a DWI? Unfortunately, the medications that you take to sleep better, address your allergies or deal with other medical issues can cause impairment and...
There is a viral trend that is taking over the internet and social media, namely pranks. You can spend hours watching spouses, co-workers and buddies prank each other. It may make for good entertainment, but it can also result in criminal charges when things go wrong....
One thing everyone knows about South Carolinians is that we love our alcohol. But the last thing you want is to find yourself with a public intoxication charge after a night of drinking with your friends. That’s why it’s important to know what the law says about...
Police officers have to follow certain rules when they investigate crimes or attempt to enforce the law. The Fourth Amendment, for example, limits the ability of police officers to search people's bodies or their property. Typically, a police officer needs to have...
Being charged with domestic abuse in South Carolina is a serious matter, as it is throughout the nation. It can affect your career, reputation, family relationships and the way your friends, boss and colleagues think of you. It’s something that has the potential to...
If you get into a fight while at a bar with your friends, you could be charged for disorderly conduct. You could also be charged if you participate in other types of behaviors that annoy or disturb the public. Some examples of disorderly conduct include: Urinating on...
