by swilliamslaw | Mar 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Juvenile Defense
1. My juvenile has been arrested. Why do I need an attorney to represent him/her? SC law requires juveniles facing criminal adjudication to have an attorney represent the minor. 2. Do I qualify for a public defender to represent my juvenile? Contact the public...
by swilliamslaw | Mar 20, 2015 | Bonds & Bond Hearings, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses
Your Questions Answered About Bond Hearings in South Carolina 1. What is the purpose of a bond hearing? A bond judge will hear some facts of the case and then decide whether he/she will let the charged person out of jail. 2. How long does it take after someone...
by swilliamslaw | Mar 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
If you have no prior record and you are charged with CDV 1st, you may be eligible for the Pre Trial Intervention (PTI) program. The PTI program is a program that’s run by the State for first time offenders of non-violent crimes. If you...
by swilliamslaw | Mar 6, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
Maybe it was jealousy or alcohol that sparked a heated argument between you and your partner. Now you wish you could take it all back. Before you knew it, the cops were called. And now you’re having to deal with a SC Criminal Domestic Violence (CDV) charge. A CDV...
by swilliamslaw | Feb 23, 2015 | DUI
Jail time and fines are just two of the many consequences of being convicted for a DUI in SC. And unfortunately, DUI laws in SC can be very confusing for the average person. Here’s an overview DUI fines and Penalties in SC that will hopefully help you find what...
