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Q: I passed nics in 2020 several times and in March of 2024 I got turned down by Uber because checkr showed I had a felony

I looked on the sc judicial search website and that charge was showing the same as checkr as a drug charge back in 99. That charge should've been showing selling alcohol on Sunday. I've never been in trouble for drugs. How would I go about getting that cleared up and do I need to get... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Internet Law for South Carolina on
Q: Is it legal for Youtuber to tell his subscribers to go and spam under other person's Facebook posts and comments ?

Youtuber told his subscribers to go and spam comments under my posts, comments on different Facebook groups. Caused me a lot of stress. Also during his stream he was making fun of me, trolling .

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Litigation for South Carolina on
Q: I had a trycking company it has been wenty years ago my drivers stole my titles and then put.me on trespassing

My trucking company and my trucks and I was gonna stay with the drivers I was In bad way with my father just passing Away but they got me overthrew and as I was dealing with my dad's estate and things thesd the plundered my stuff when I wasn't there and ztole the titles then separated me... View More

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Q: If the police detained me but let me go, as long as I work for them, can I still be charged with what I was handcuffed

I was never booked or anything so can they still hold those charges over my head?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: So if you go back to face charges & get probation in SC what I have to move back from Georgia

The original preliminary date was missed due to being involuntarily committed by the state of South Carolina due to a suicide attempt lawyer recused herself and now facing failure to appear but lawyer had told me I had gotten a plea agreement beforehand but never told me what it consisted of and... View More

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

I understand you're dealing with a complex legal situation involving charges in South Carolina while currently residing in Georgia. This is a sensitive matter that requires careful consideration.

1. Probation requirements can vary by state and case. Sometimes, probation can be...
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Q: Is there any way to hold the solicitors office accountable for unethical conduct

My 19 y/o son was arrested for abhan and is being held at the LCDC. The details of his alleged crime actually meet the criteria for second degree assault. Despite that and despite him being a highschool grad with no criminal history, including juvenile offenses, his bond was denied. I was told by a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Consumer Law for South Carolina on
Q: I liable to pay the towing storage fee for my stolen vehicle if I was not notified for over 30 days

My vehicle was stolen and it was impounded and I was not notified for months and when I went to get my vehicle I had to pay the entire fee for the entire time that it had been there can they do that

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answered on Jun 26, 2024

To address this question, I'll need to provide some general information about towing and storage fees for recovered stolen vehicles.

Generally speaking, the situation you're describing raises some important legal questions:

1. Notification requirements: Many jurisdictions...
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Q: If a person/ thief stole a truck of mine.in S.C. He was charged, grand thief.. Can I , the owner drop the charges?

Or is it now in the DA or SA hands? Grand theft Auto . It was reported stolen in Easley,I found it in Piedmont S.C. FYI out of their jurisdiction

Casey Brown
Casey Brown
answered on Jun 10, 2024

In the description above, you are the alleged victim of the crime and possibly a witness but since you did not bring the charges (the State did) you cannot drop the charges unilaterally. You can, however, tell the prosecutor that you do not want charges pursued in this matter but it is up to the... View More

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Q: What does the amount have to be to be considered mdp?
Casey Brown
Casey Brown
answered on Jun 3, 2024

The amount to cross the threshold into MDP depends on the type of drug that police allege. Different drugs have different amounts that can be used to enhance the charge(s). These charges must have a drug report which can reduce the charge if the lab results show a smaller amount. One should talk to... View More

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Q: 9mnths n County Jail never given prelim hearing paperwork no indictment witnesses never questioned What do I do

After the Bell hearing I asked several times for paperwork I made two requests the first request they sent me only the public defender paperwork I requested the prelim paperwork again yet again I only got the public defender paperwork five or six days after my bond hearing I requested again the... View More

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answered on May 19, 2024

You need to take immediate action to address the issues with your case. Start by documenting everything that has happened, including all your requests for paperwork and any responses you've received. This will help establish a record of the lack of communication and mishandling of your case.... View More

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Q: what are the statue of limitations on unlawful use of telephone?
Casey Brown
Casey Brown
answered on May 26, 2024

Based upon the limited facts in your question, the answer is most likely that there is no statute of limitations for the situation you describe in SC.

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Q: Is it illegal for my ex gf to demand money from me or she is going through with a restraining order she filed

She demanded 10000 dollars and she wouldn’t go to court

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

It is illegal for someone to demand money from you in exchange for not pursuing a legal action, such as a restraining order. This could be considered extortion or blackmail, which are criminal offenses.

If your ex-girlfriend has filed for a restraining order, she cannot legally demand money...
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Q: Can I go to jail for a registered gun in a open carry state without a permit at work place
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Casey Brown
answered on Mar 18, 2024

According to the new law in the State of South Carolina, a person that is legally able to own a firearm does not have to have a permit to carry a firearm. There are still places that prohibit carrying a firearm on the premises and the workplace would need to provide notice that they do not allow a... View More

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