Can I explain to judge that i haven't retained counsel at my preliminary hearing

At the preliminary hearing you may ask for counsel to be appointed to you. Additionally, you may request counsel at first or second appearances and...

How long do u have to sit in jail for contempt of court?

In South Carolina, contempt is punishable by a maximum of one year in jail, $1500 fine, or 300 hours of community service, or a combination of...

My mother & I co-signed a bail bond for my grandson- he cut monitor off and has fled. How can we get off of his bond

I very sorry to hear about your problem. Unfortunately, Jason is correct; you cannot be released from his bond, and any money or collateral you...

Hello, South Carolina does not have a statute of limitations on criminal matters. Therefore, so long as the State has evidence to support the...

Hello, Only a judge can “revoke” bond, for failure to abide by the terms and conditions of bond. But, a bondsman may petition the court to be...

How much time will my 19-year-old son be facing? This is his first time ever getting in trouble for anything!!!

Your son is facing extremely serious criminal charges in both the State and Federal Courts. Under Federal Law the possession or use of...

Hello, and thank you for the chance to answer your question. Money is cloth paper. Fingerprints, comprised of oil and secretions like sweat from...

Hello, and thanks for the chance to answer your question. It generally means that the individual is being held on a “detainer”. If an individual...

Hello, and thanks for the chance to answer your questions. 1) Citizens used to be able to seek a magisterial warrant in South Carolina, but this...

Will I get a warrant for serve on me for not going to court for a not wearing a seatbelt in the back seat?

Hello. If you were served with a court summons, and your did not go or refused to appear in court on that summons, the court may order a Bench...