Both the federal government and the state of South Carolina have relatively comprehensive lists of controlled or prohibited substances. Some of the compounds included in the schedule of controlled substances continue to have demand despite their illegality. As a...
Criminal Defense
Is so-called ‘revenge porn’ illegal in South Carolina?
With the increasing popularity of online dating and the prevalence of smartphone cameras, more and more people are taking explicit photos of themselves or their partners. Unfortunately, some people choose to use those private images as leverage to control or hurt...
What happens if you get caught driving with a suspended license?
Although many adults treat driving as though it is a basic right, it is a privilege. Those who don't comply with regulations regarding their behavior and their driving practices could wind up without a valid driver's license. Losing your license or having it...
3 mistakes to avoid when pulled over for a moving violation
Even if you understand the rules of the road and do whatever you can to follow them, you’re likely to make mistakes from time to time. You might run through a stop sign or run a yellow light when you are in a hurry. Maybe your mind drifts on a long drive and you find...
Do you have to let the police into your dorm room?
You know that you do not have to consent to a police search of your home. If the police knock and ask to come in, you can tell them that you don’t give them permission without a warrant. But what about a dorm room? You do not own the building; you are just renting the...
How do you tell your parents you got arrested?
You were at a college party when someone asked you to hold their backpack for them. They just needed to go talk to a friend. You’d been drinking, as had everyone at the party. You took the bag and went to sit on the back porch. Minutes later, the police busted the...
Can the police search your car if they think you have marijuana?
You may think smoking marijuana is harmless. However, in South Carolina, possession of marijuana is illegal. So regardless of what you think about it, if you get caught in possession of marijuana, you could be in trouble. You could even go to jail. When can the police...
What happens if you get accused of reckless driving?
People often make the mistake of not taking certain traffic violations as seriously as they should. Quite a few people think that reckless driving is no more significant than a speeding ticket, but they may learn otherwise the hard way. Unlike some traffic...
Do you know all the sex-related activities that are illegal in South Carolina?
Some people believe that they can live whatever type of sex life they want when they become adults. For those who live in South Carolina or choose to visit this state, knowing that there are some forbidden sexual activities might help them to stay out of legal...
Charged with domestic violence? Don’t make your situation any worse
Domestic violence is a significant problem almost everywhere. In South Carolina, an estimated 36,000 incidents of domestic violence every year are reported to the police. That means that approximately 36,000 people may be charged with domestic violence – and you can...