After being arrested for DUI you need to find a good and qualified attorney to represent you. If you do not know how to go about it below is a list of questions to ask a prospective lawyer during your initial consultation. A drunk driving charge can completely ruin your life. It can convenience both…… Read More…
In South Carolina, a bond hearing or bail hearing is one of the first things to occur when someone is arrested. After an accused is booked in jail for a criminal charge, a bond judge will listen to their case and decide whether it is appropriate to release the accused from custody. This also involves…… Read More…
While the possession of marijuana may be legal in more states across the country than ever before, it is still illegal to possess, buy or sell in South Carolina. Marijuana laws in South Carolina govern and establish punishment guidelines for acts such as distribution of marijuana, the sale of marijuana, and the possession of drug…… Read More…
Most people don’t understand the severity of possessing prescription drugs without a prescription until they’re arrested and charged with a criminal offense. For many, it’s their first contact with the criminal justice system. At Touma Law Group, in Greenville, South Carolina, our criminal defense attorneys are here to help. The legal consequences of a drug…… Read More…
You may be thinking that pleading guilty to your criminal charges will win you favor with a judge. That if you just admit to your crimes, you’re doing the right thing. This is rarely the case. An initial guilty plea can actually do the opposite and prevent you from receiving lesser sentencing or from getting…… Read More…
If you’ve been convicted of a DUI arrest at a DUI checkpoint in South Carolina, you could be in a lot of trouble. South Carolina law enforcement officers use a number of methods to catch drivers operating vehicles while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. One frequently used method is the use of vehicle…… Read More…