In a typical situation, assaulting another person in South Carolina could lead to jail time. But in some situations, you might have to act in order to defend yourself against an attacker. Some situations fall under self-defense laws, while others might fall under...
Can you get arrested for a bar fight?
Many television fans are familiar with the arrest of Keifer Sutherland for fighting in a bar. Sutherland plays a character on the Fox TV show "24" who is known for his roughhouse tactics while working to subdue terrorists across the globe. The television star...
Assault and battery charges can carry stiff penalties
In the wrong circumstances, sometimes even a simple argument or misunderstanding can escalate into a physical confrontation and become a violent crime. Those involved might find themselves facing assault and battery charges. Differences between assault and battery...