It is a crime to drive in South Carolina if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or a combination of both to the extent that the driver’s faculties are “materially and appreciably impaired.” See S.C. Code, § 56-5-2930. It is also unlawful to drive with an unlawful blood alcohol concentration. See S.C. Code, […]
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Greenville SC Criminal Defense: Larceny, Robbery, Armed Robbery and Penalties
In simple terms, under South Carolina law, there are three levels of stealing: larceny, common law robbery and armed robbery. This article deals with robbery and armed robbery Greenville SC Criminal Defense: What is Robbery? As noted, “larceny” is the technical legal term for what most people call “stealing.” Shoplifting is an example of […]
Greenville SC Criminal Defense: Defending Charges of Checking Fraud
Under South Carolina law, it is a crime to pass a bad check. See S. Car. Code §§ 34-11-60 and 34-11-70. In general, passing a bad check or checking fraud exists where you make or deliver a check for value, with the intent to defraud, knowing that there are insufficient funds in the bank. If […]
Criminal Pleas and How They Can Affect Your Civil Case in South Carolina
Having a ticket issued against you after a traffic accident is a fairly common occurrence, even if you think you were not at fault for the incident. Even those people who think they are not at fault or deserving of a traffic violation often send in the money and pay the fine without ever going […]
What to Know about Criminal Charges in South Carolina
If you’re facing criminal charges and conviction in Greenville, South Carolina, it can be an overwhelming situation. In some cases, you may receive a target letter before arrest if the police are investigating you for a crime. In any criminal matter, you should contact a qualified criminal defense attorney to walk you through the criminal […]
South Carolina’s Protection of Persons and Property Act
In July 2017, the Court of Appeals in South Carolina affirmed a lower court’s decision rejecting a claim of immunity from prosecution pursuant to the Protection of Persons and Property Act. So, what exactly is the Protection of Persons and Property Act and when does it apply in criminal defense matters? What is the Protection […]
What is Considered Public Disorderly Conduct in South Carolina?
In the state of South Carolina, a person is guilty of public disorderly conduct (otherwise known as “PDC”) if any of the following are true: She is on a highway or at a public place or public gathering in a “grossly intoxicated condition” or “otherwise” conducting herself in a “disorderly” or “boisterous” manner; She uses […]
What is the Difference Between Criminal Restitution and a Civil Judgment in South Carolina?
Restitution is a classification of damages that a criminal defendant may be required to pay to compensate a victim for pecuniary losses that the victim may have suffered as a result of the defendant’s alleged criminal acts. The idea is that folks who cause others to lose money or property or to acquire medical bills […]
Answers to Your Questions About Drug Offenses in Greenville, SC Criminal Defense Cases
At David R. Price, Jr., P.A. Attorneys at Law, we get a lot of questions about drug charges in Greenville, South Carolina. The prospect of conviction on many of these offenses comes with some severe and costly collateral consequences in addition to criminal penalties, fines, and costs. What Types of Drug Charge Cases Do […]
What is a Violent Crime and What Does That Mean for My Greenville Criminal Defense Case?
In the State of South Carolina, “violent” crimes are crimes enumerated by statute and classified as “violent.” Whether the crimes themselves actually involved acts of physical violence does not inform whether the crime is “violent” pursuant to South Carolina Code of Laws Section 16-1-60. “Violent” Crimes That Involve Violent Conduct Murder, attempted murder, assault and […]
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