by swilliamslaw | Oct 6, 2023 | Criminal Defense, DUI
DUI checkpoints might be legal in South Carolina – if the police comply with the Fourth Amendment requirements found in SC and US Supreme Court opinions. In this article, we will discuss state and federal law on the constitutionality of DUI checkpoints in SC,...
by swilliamslaw | Jul 10, 2023 | Armed Robbery, Assault & Battery, Bench & Arrest Warrants, Bonds & Bond Hearings, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, Court Costs, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, DUI, Embezzlement, Expungements, Federal Crimes in SC, Grand Larceny, Juvenile Defense, Preliminary Hearings, Prepare for Court, Pretrial Conference, Shoplifting, Statements to Police
Failure to appear at a court date in South Carolina is a serious matter that usually results in a bench warrant being issued for your arrest – in some cases – on the same day. Your criminal defense lawyer can help you to 1) avoid bench warrants for failure...
by swilliamslaw | May 4, 2023 | Criminal Defense
What are conditional discharges in SC? How do you get one, and how do they work? In this article, we will cover the basics of conditional discharges, including: The difference between conditional discharges in the lower courts and General Sessions Court, The types of...
by swilliamslaw | Sep 14, 2022 | DUI
When it comes to being charged with a DUI I’m sure you’re wondering what happens next. If you’re looking for a simple step by step process to follow, then you’ll love this info-graphic. This simple flow-chart maps out the next step depending on...
by swilliamslaw | Jun 21, 2022 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence laws in SC cast a wide net, meaning they often trap the innocent as well as the guilty. In many cases, prosecutors will refuse to dismiss domestic violence cases despite a lack of evidence. Both prosecutors and law enforcement agencies may be given...
