IF I HAVE A PUBLIC DEFENDER AND I WANT A PAID ATTORNEY EVEN THOUGH I AM ALREADY ON THE COURT DOCKET FOR COURT

Of course you are free to choose who represents you, but the attorney may wish additional time to present a proper defense, examine, andthe...

Does the statute have the offense date within it?

I agree with the previous answers as the statute is not a date, and there is no statute of limitations on criminal cases in S.C. What his...

Could a jury find me at fault even if so how much percentage will I be at fault ?

Yes, you could be found guilty both criminally and civilly as you had to much to drink, chose to drive and hit a pedestrian. I suggest that you...

Accident

I agree with Mr. Pont, but would encourage your wife to retain a personal injury attorney before signing anything or speaking further to any...

Can a 20 y/o have consensual sex with a 16 y/o if within the 48 month time period of each other?

The age of consent is 16 in S.C., but there are other ways to get into trouble, as the exchange of intimate photos and contributing to the...

How can a affidavit effect me in court?

What you need is a criminal defense attorney. Her affidavit is subject to deposition and cross examnition t trial. Good character references will...

what are the charges for contributing to the delinquency of a minor due to going out of state?

He needs a criminal defense attorney in S.C. to advocate for him. A criminal defense attorney knows how to obtain discovery, understands evidence,...

Without a criminal defense attorney or public defender, he faces up to 5 years in prison. A criminal defense attorney knows how to obtain...

Does doing pre trial intervention mean you're guilty?

No, as complex PTI is a one shot deal to keep your record clean. Dr. Michael G. Sribnick, Esq. criminal defense attorney with offices in Charleston...

Can a person who have spent over 18 years already and was sentenced to 75years with no possible parole can they get out earlier?

It is seriously doubtful, as the prison has medical facilities and hospitals should this become necessary. Furthermore, they can transfer him to a...