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 »
I have a burglary charge first degree and it's been over a hundred twenty days and I've never had a preliminary hearing
This is a question that needs to be answered by your attorney, it is possible that your charge has already been indicted and therefore the State doesn't have to provide you with a preliminary hearing.
They were going by what someone had told them And the person is a known drug user this is his first charge
Your son is facing an incredibly serious charge, one that is considered a violent crime that carries a minimum of 10 years in prison. Depending on the facts of the case the victim's credibility may or may not be the determining factor in whether or not the State has enough evidence to win at trial.... Read more »
My mother is 62. She's has quite a bit of medical problems. She also takes care of my 86yrs grandmother, who has dementia. She also has custody of my sisters children. She got a third offense shoplifting charge. Her public defender wants her to take a plea of 18 months. Is that the best... Read more »
A shoplifting 3rd offense is a 0-10 year felony. The State must prove the prior convictions are proper enhancement convictions. For example whether or not she had an attorney could mean the prior conviction can not be used to enhance this current charge. Even if the necessary prerequisites... Read more »
How is it two people can be charged with the charge of ABHAN, And one be violent and the other one be none violent, One went before a jury and came out to be none violent and the other plead guilty and his was rendered violent.
It is a violent offense under 16-1-60.
Adult male age 21 was charged with assault & battery, grand larceny & resisting arrest with all charges as misdemeanors. Since he has no priors, when he goes to court in 2 weeks will the judge possibly let him go? No jail time just fines or whatever else?
If he pleads guilty or is found guilty by a Judge or Jury on the charges described then he certainly could be sentenced to active prison time. For example Grand Larceny is a 0-5 year felony charge. Whether or not he is sentenced to prison time will depend on the facts, his past record, and... Read more »
Are they looking at a lot of time? This is all the info I have at the moment
16-11-0313 ~ 427 ~ Burglary / Burglary (After June 20, 1985) - Third degree - 1st offense 497 $20,000.00
16-11-0313 ~ 427 ~ Burglary / Burglary (After June 20, 1985) - Third degree - 1st offense 497... Read more »
The charge of Burglary 3rd carries 5 years non violent time. However the last line here says charge was remanded to magistrate court, so it sounds like they may have plea bargained down to a misdemeanor.
I was arrested on 09/03/2014 for a simple assault. (Which I plead guilty to.) This is the the only thing on my record. I am currently trying to get employed at a local plant, but they won’t hire me with this on my record. Anything I can do? I am now 22 years of age.
Assuming your conviction was for a simple assault and battery in the state of South Carolina, you are eligible to have the conviction expunged if you meet the requirements. You would need to contact the local clerk or court where you were convicted to get started. If they do not help you, you can... Read more »
A while ago, my friend had a very rough part of his life he is still ashamed of today. He apparently talked to someone about distributing drugs, but never followed up with it or went through with it with this particular individual. He had sold drugs before, but he straightened up his act. This... Read more »
Tell your friend that talking about selling drugs isn't a crime. You have to take some step towards selling in order to charge conspiracy. And while there is no statute of limitations in South Carolina for past felony acts, the likelihood that a person is charged years later for selling drugs,... Read more »
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