What makes RICO charges so serious?
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO, is a federal law designed to combat organized crime. A major …
Read MoreWhy drug dogs need a warrant to sniff out your home
Besides supplying you with shelter and storage, your home provides privacy, and you want to be sure that what you …
Read MoreFactors that impact your blood alcohol level
If you ever go through the unfortunate experience of getting pulled over on suspicion of drinking and driving, you were …
Read MoreDrug offenders need treatment, not incarceration
If you have ever been convicted of a drug-related crime in South Carolina, you may have been offered participation in …
Read More3 things to know about women and DUIs
Quick, imagine someone driving drunk. Okay, who did you picture? If you are like many people, you imagined a man, …
Read MoreWhy criminal charges do not lead to an automatic conviction
When you have been caught and charged with committing an illegal activity, you may believe your future has been ruined. …
Read MoreWhat is the Confrontation Clause?
A significant part of a trial is the testimony of witnesses who saw you commit the criminal activity of which …
Read MoreHow juror selection works in South Carolina
If you are called for jury service in the state of South Carolina, it can be helpful to understand the …
Read MoreHow DNA evidence gets compromised
If there has been one innovation that has quickly redefined the way that the criminal justice system conducts its business …
Read MorePonzi Schemes: What they are, why they matter
High-rolling lifestyles can be very appealing. People with large incomes can afford to bankroll projects, fund charities and even help …
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