Does this give me grounds for emancipation? Is this the best route for me? Any other options?

The age of majority is 18 years old in S.C. In order to be otherwise eligible: The child must be a resident of South Carolina; the child has to...

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Can I get a sex offense expunge from my record

Unfortunately, you cannot get this expunged. Short of a pardon, this will remain on your record. Dr. Michael G. Sribnick, Esq. criminal defense...

Am I destined to go to jail for a probation violation for a misdemeanor charge in SC? Could I possibly get another punishment?

I would advise you to contact your parole officer and consult with a criminal defense attorney attorney as soon as possible, if you have been...

My probation officer assured me that she would not violate me due to a new charge and send me to jail, but....

I would advise telling your parole officer about the charge and consulting with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible, as you are...

Can a judge reduce a sentence after a jury found the defendant guilty ? What's the difference between 13 juror and a rule 29

Rule 29 is a post trial motion which must be made within 10 days of trial in S.C. It is within the Judge's discretion to do what he or she...

I need to get this guy prosecuted , but he used to be a cop and i believe they have pushed this under the table. UNFAIR

Statutory rape is having sexual relations with someone under the age of consent. It is a strict liability crime, and your daughter's consent does...

What does this mean and do I have a case for false arrest?

The DA always has the option of charging you until the statue of limitations has expired. It is going to be very difficult to prove false arrest. ...

A few more questions about possible probation violations..

I read the other lawyer's answer, and basically concur. In S.C. Code Ann.SECTION 16-13-30. you have been charged with petit larceny which carries...

ONE more question about a possible probation violation...

Being charged with a crime is not a parole violation until you are convicted. I would suggest that you be honest with your parole officer and let...

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On the criminal charge you will need a criminal defense attorney, and can call the S.C. Bar lawyer referral service at (803) 799-6653 for a lawyer...