5 years in prison, felony class F
I was charged with a hit and run. There was minimal damage done to either vehicle. This is my first offense. There were also issues in the police report. Officially it was claimed that I hit an unattended vehicle and there was there were people in the car when it happened. Am I facing looking fines... Read more »
If no one was injured and the damage was minimal then the Hit and Run charge is likely a misdemeanor charge carrying up 30 days for an unattended vehicle or up to 1 year in prison if the vehicle was occupied and property damage was the result. No ethical attorney can tell you what the sentence will... Read more »
If you were convicted of Burglary 1st Degree the minimum mandatory sentence is 15 years in prison. The assault charge has no minimum so probation would be possible if convicted on that charge. However just because you are charged doesn't mean you will be convicted, and there is often times a plea... Read more »
marijuana was involved, but it was the victims.
In South Carolina age 17 is considered to be an adult in terms of engaging in sexual activity so her age alone will not result in a potential criminal charge, but if she was voluntarily intoxicated to the point of being "mentally defective, mentally incapacitated, or physically helpless" and the... Read more »
Agree months ago, the victims family members wrote The Solicitors Office, The Clerk of Court, and The Department of Probation, Parole, And Pardon Services asking them to please release do to mercy /clemecy. Other members of The community also wrote The Department. No answer or response has been... Read more »
To be blunt, they do not have to answer the letters or open any investigation into a closed case for the reasons given. A judge and jury heard the case in 1995 and a decision was made. Reducing a sentence on the grounds that the interested parties now want mercy is not going to be possible without... Read more »
You can always buy a firearm if someone is willing to sell it to you. The question is will your possession of that firearm be an illegal act. Distribution of Cocaine is a felony in South Carolina, but you will not be restricted from owning a firearm under South Carolina law as this is not an... Read more »
I got arrested on 1/9/2020 for forgery. For a returned check and trying to cash another check for work I've done.{it was freelance on a app and I can't get ahold of them.} I was given the check under the assumption it was good {I had an inkling but I didn't think this person would do this to me bc... Read more »
I would recommend you consult with an attorney before you make a decision. If you talk to an experienced criminal defense attorney in your area he/she will be able to make contact with the officer to get the story before you put yourself at risk. You should also remember the police are legally... Read more »
Yes, it is a misdemeanor assault and battery charge that carries up to 3 years. This statute and charge is specific to South Carolina. One thing to keep in mind is that any charge that carries over 1 year, may be classified as a felony for federal purposes on your criminal record. (NCIC)
Its my first first offence and I have not been in trouble before I am worried of it staying on my record and possibly going to jail and losing my kids
If the charge is a misdemeanor shoplifting and you have no record you are likely eligible for Pre Trial Intervention. The program will cost around $325 but if you complete the program the charge will be dismissed and your record will be eligible for expungement. However just because you are... Read more »
It is against the law in South Carolina and likely every other state. In South Carolina it is called malicious injury to personal property and depending on the amount of damage caused it is either a misdemeanor or felony charge.
im being chargeded for first degree sexual assult
Then you need to call a criminal defense attorney in your area to arrange a consult. While I do not know the allegations or potential facts, generally speaking I wouldn't talk about the case with anyone until you can retain or at least consult with an attorney to get some advice on how to proceed.
What documents are needed? Must they be filed in person? Is a lawyer required to assist in this process? The check was less than $50 and was paid for at the law enforcement agency when processed.
It depends on what the actual charge was, if you have had anything expunged in the past, what if any record you have from the three years after the conviction, etc. You can either contact the clerk of court and ask to speak to someone in expungements or call a local criminal defense attorney.... Read more »
I’ve never been in trouble if I’m found guilty what could happen
What the potential outcome might be largely depends on the facts of the case. Not having a record is a great thing, but that's only a small part of the puzzle that a Judge must consider if your were in fact found guilty.
I agree with the previous response in that you need to talk to an... Read more »
Yes, as an element of trafficking is conspiracy. Meaning a person doesn't have to actually be in possession to be found guilty. He will need to talk to a defense attorney as every case is different.
There is no set time, someone can sit for as long as the State takes to call the case to court. The only ways to speed up the process is for him/her to file a motion for a speedy trial or often times filing a motion for a bond reduction due to an unreasonably long pretrial incarceration can help... Read more »
I would like to know what remedies can I use? Note he's exhausted all appeals and through due diligence this testimony was found.Also this testimony will change the out come of his case
This is a very specific type of law, what you need is an experienced "Post Conviction Relief" attorney. If you can't find one in your area try contacting the South Carolina Bar at 803 799-7100.
But listed as felony with actually listed items valued at $1050.00 and she was only in a .motel room belonging to friend who had the stuff in motel room when police came to arrest that so called friend on child neglect charges and found stolen property they charged my kid too because the friend... Read more »
If you have two or more prior property crime related convictions your third offense can be indicted or charged as a felony regardless of dollar value involved.
Friend was arrested for DUI, however she is sober 29 years. She’s in her 70’s, she was driving recklessly for her, because she was talking on phone and trying to get a piece of candy out of a wrapper. They did not give her a breath test or offer one. She failed her physical sobriety test... Read more »
A DUI arrest, charge and potential conviction could in fact be solely due to intoxication as the result of taking prescription drugs. Your friend has a lot going for her due to her age and lack of alcohol or drug use, but she will still need zealous representation to ensure her best defense. The... Read more »
how long will the person have to sit in jail
The answer is that it depends on what they lied about, and therefore what they were charged with. If they lied about a false misdemeanor then its 30 days, but if they lied about a false felony that charge carries up to 5 years.
My friend was arrested, and when I look up his name under inmate search he has the same charge 3 times... Manufacturing / distribution 3. Three times though!? And one more charge, felon in possession of a firearm. I'm just confused as to how they are giving him three counts of the manufacturing /... Read more »
From your description the charging agency appears to be alleging that on 3 separate occasions your friend distributed and or manufactured a controlled substance. This is often the case when they have been building a case over a period of time against a defendant. You friend should strongly consider... Read more »
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