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answered on Feb 14, 2020
Based on your question I would assume that you are talking about Pretrial intervention (PTI). If that is the case you just need to reach out to the solicitors office and ask them this question to see how long it takes them to process everything once you finisg all requirements. Regardless it should... View More 
answered on Feb 14, 2020
Every county in South Carolina post the trial docket differently so you would need to either contact the solicitors office, Clerks office, or one of those agencies websites to find the docket.
She is mentally unstable and off her medications
answered on Feb 4, 2020
You need to contact an attorney as soon as possible to advise you on this issue. Depending on the amount of time she has been gone and the current custody situation the answer could be different.
1st offense and no major criminal record other than a possession of meth charge in another county about a month prior
answered on Jan 29, 2020
The maximum punishment is a $1000.00 fine (plus court costs) and/or up to 30 days in jail.
answered on Jan 26, 2020
It is a misdemeanor but carries up to a fine of $500 and/or 3 years.
My stepsister is 16. The abuse was mental and physical. (I’m also in South Carolina)
answered on Jan 21, 2020
You need to contact law enforcement in that area that they live as soon as possible and filed a report so that they can begin an investigation.
only answer I received last week was I wasn't working here then, he has been in probation violation for 2 years, his Dad did put him rehab in april 2019 but he only stayed 30 days, but last week he decided he would voluntarily turn himself in to jail. He wanted to man up and put this behind... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2020
I would recommend either reaching out to an attorney in the area where your grandson is in jail or to the public defenders office. He is entitled to an attorney at his probation violation hearing.
Cop charged me with shoplifting enhanced because I had convictions of grand larceny and receiving stolen goods. These charges were 6 years before and both for same offense. Cop said it was my third property crime but the two prior property crimes were for one incedent. Also what I'm being... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2020
The SC shoplifting statute allows charges when someone manipulated a barcode or conceals a product. 16-13-110(A)(2).
16-1-57 is the enhancement statute. That statute requires at least two previous convictions for crimes in which the penalty is dependent upon the value of the item.
The crimes were committed in 2008, but a change in the USC in 2012 re-classified them as violent crimes. B&E, Larceny after the fact, and Larceny by anti-inventory device. The individual has fully reformed themselves and wishes to obtain pardon so they may obtain better employment and a better... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2020
Assuming these charges were state charges you simply need to submit the appropriate forms and supporting documents to the department or Probation, Pardon, and Parole. If you go on PPP’s website you can download the form and instructions.
...hire competent counsel. Obtains legal aid attorney. About to go to second hearing. Can he request and receive a continuation until he secures competent counsel?
answered on Jan 20, 2020
It is likely that you will be able to have your case continued but I would recommend talking to some attorneys in your area. Many attorneys that practice criminal law will take a payment plan.
answered on Jan 13, 2020
The officer can return to prosecute the tickets but many times the tickets get dismissed.
The original charge was forgery no dollar amount
answered on Jan 10, 2020
The fact that the person has a bench warrant has little to do with the ultimate outcome of the case. Without knowing the dollar amount of the forgery I can’t let you know what the possible sentence could be.
For example I was given until 4:30 pm Dec 24, 2019 to pay the bond so if I don't pay it can the landlord call the sheriff and have me removed at 5pm on the above mentioned date or does he have to go back to the magistrate and get a order to remove me immediately
answered on Dec 24, 2019
If you are unable to pay the bond your appeal will be dismissed by the clerk of court and at that point the magistrate will sign another writ of ejectment putting you out.
answered on Dec 24, 2019
If you are unable to pay the bond your appeal will be dismissed by the clerk of court and at that point the magistrate will sign another writ of ejectment putting you out.
I took my moms vehicle which I was given a key too with permission to use everyday to take brothers to school and personal use if I ask, I was told not to go out and took the car out anyway one night, they told me to be home by 10 or they’d call police. I arrive at 10:30, see the cops as I pull... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2019
We would need some more information before we can answer that question. The issue would be if you were in custody at the time that you made the admission. You will need to reach out to a criminal defense attorney in your area or the public defenders office if you can not afford a private attorney... View More
how long the bank have to issue title without me getting some interest on the money I spent to purchase the house
answered on Dec 24, 2019
From your question I am assuming that you purchased the home at the courthouse at auction. If that is the case, the bank will not issue any title or deed. The Judge (Master in Equity in most cases) will issue the deed and you will have to file it with the County Register of Deeds.
answered on Dec 18, 2019
No. You cannot unless you do not know if your spouse is living. That is only a defense to the crime of bigamy. You need to file for divorce to be able to get remarried if you know your spouse to be living.
the majority of the mortgage each month. She doesn't have to file taxes (retired). How does this work? Can my name be added to the financing documents to show co ownership even though it's her credit that is being approved for the loan?
answered on Dec 18, 2019
You will need to speak to the attorney that is doing the closing to see how the deed is being drafted. That attorney will be in the best position to advise you and your mother on that situation.
She got his truck and gave his trailer to our aunt ..
answered on Dec 14, 2019
You may have a claim against the personal representative of the estate if they did not distribute property according to the will or state law if there was no will. You should reach out to an attorney in your area to see what your options are.
Are there any lawyers that are notaries that are willing to go to a state prison in South Carolina to notarize some legal paperwork
answered on Dec 11, 2019
A lot of attorneys around the state are notaries. That being said most prisons have at least one notary on staff.
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