DSS can indicate a case based on their investigation. They can also request that parents take remedial actions or otherwise show that they are not...

The facts on this one will matter significantly enough that I don't think we can answer it without more of them. If she was born while they were...

The public defender you are appointed is county specific so you would need to apply in the county where the charges are if you want someone to help...

The best outcome would be if you talk to his criminal defense attorney and work with them for the best resolution of his case.

You're far into you need to talk to a lawyer personally territory here. It's worth the consult fee just to make sure you don't mess up the...

The tip line for SCDSS is anonymous. The report will be generated in Columbia and then sent out to the county department who will investigate.

If the father is not married to the mother, he has no rights until a family court establishes paternity. Part of that process can include...

In a DSS child abuse/neglect case, the agency/law looks at the household (basically who is normally under that roof) So, they could in fact remove...

It's hard to answer without more detail on the charge/ticket. Generally FTA means failure to appear (you didn't show up in court.) I have no idea...

Generally a seat-belt ticket in South Carolina law is a non-moving violation and the fine is usually $25 and no points on your license. So, it will...