There are three ways in which a police officer is able to search your property: with a warrant, with your permission, or with probable cause. This applies to your home, your car, your business, etc. There is no warrant requirement if an officer feels they have probable cause, or you give your permission. A warrantless…… Read More…
For a vast majority of people, it is not feasible to spend weeks or months in jail awaiting court dates or a trial. That is why every defendant, except in extenuating circumstances, is offered a reasonable bail they can pay to be released from jail. This bail payment is considered a form of collateral to…… Read More…
When facing criminal charges in South Carolina for the first time, it can be confusing trying to understand where your case is going next, what kind of courtroom you might find yourself in, and what kind of sentencing you can be facing. The criminal justice process can be long and tedious, and more than intimidating…… Read More…
While everyone knows that you shouldn’t drink and drive, it happens every single day in upstate South Carolina. Greenville County averages around 320 DUI arrests each year, which is almost one DUI arrest a day in the county alone. If you make the mistake of drinking and driving, whether you are a first-time offender or…… Read More…
Bar fights often start between two people over some perceived or real wrongdoing. When alcohol is involved in arguments, it can escalate quickly and become a nightmare. It’s quite easy to get caught up in the emotions of a tense argument, but losing your temper and being involved in a bar fight can result in…… Read More…
After a DUI conviction, you can be left with many questions. A common one being, ‘How long does a DUI stay on my record?’ There may be severe penalties such jail time you must serve, as well as fines and penalties to pay. Dealing with license suspension can be an entire event all in its…… Read More…