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What if I Am Already Charged with Unlawful Carry?
Prior to March 7, 2024, you were required to obtain a permit to carry a concealed weapon in South Carolina, with open carry being strictly prohibited. However, new legislation that was signed into law by Governor McMaster this year allows permit less carry for most individuals of at least 21...
Can You Get a DUI on a Golf Cart?
Most of us think of driving under the influence as pertaining to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, in South Carolina (and the majority of states), if you are driving a golf cart with an elevated alcohol level, you may be charged with...
Collateral Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction
South Carolina imposes harsh punishments for those who are facing allegations of domestic violence. Anyone who attempts or physically harms a household member, causing that individual to fear for their life, can be charged with domestic violence. In South Carolina, the base-level charge for domestic violence is a misdemeanor, punishable...
New DUI Laws
With over 13,000 fatalities caused by drunk driving, South Carolina takes a strict stance when it comes to operating a vehicle while intoxicated. While the state has always imposed harsh penalties for driving under the influence, recent legislation pertaining to ignition interlock devices and implied consent seeks to crack down...
New Bond Reform Statute in SC
The new Bond Reform statute in SC is designed specifically to ensure that accused repeat violent offenders are kept in jail while they wait for their trial and increase their risk of getting more prison time if they’re out on bond and get convicted. To find out how the new...
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