by Cynthia Giles | Jan 9, 2021 | Criminal Defense
THE PRETRIAL INTERVENTION PROGRAM IN COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA If you’re facing your first criminal offense charges in Columbia, South Carolina, you’ll probably be interested in learning more about the city’s Pretrial Intervention Program (PTI). This program allows...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 9, 2021 | Criminal Defense
PROBABLE CAUSE AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM If you’ve ever watched Law & Order, you’ve heard the term probable cause bandied about – but what is probable pause and what role does it play in our criminal justice system? Probable cause relates to every citizen’s...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
HOW TO COMPOSE YOURSELF IN A SOUTH CAROLINA COURT ROOM If you’re facing criminal charges in South Carolina, you’re going to need to show up in court – and it’s in your best interest to know what’s appropriate when it comes to courtroom etiquette. Respect the Court by...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
PENALTIES FOR A HIT AND RUN IN SOUTH CAROLINA In every state, it is a crime to intentionally leave the scene of a car accident you were involved in without providing your contact information or rendering aid to anyone who may need assistance. It does not matter...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHAT IS PLEA BARGAINING? Things have gone horribly wrong, and you find yourself facing criminal charges. Certainly, you don’t view yourself as a criminal, but what can you do now? You might want to consider a plea bargain. But what is plea bargaining, and how can it...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
A FELONY CONVICTION WILL DRAMATICALLY AFFECT YOUR LIFE Being convicted of a felony carries some serious consequences that can follow you throughout the rest of your life. The immediate impacts upon your life from a felony conviction range from the cost of defending...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
DID YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON END WITH YOU FACING ASSAULT CHARGES? So, the holidays came, you got together with family and friends, and you all prepared to celebrate the season. Of course, the stress that can accompany the holidays often leads to disputes that end...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
CAN YOU ERASE A SELF-INCRIMINATING STATEMENT IN SOUTH CAROLINA? Oftentimes, a person who has been accused of a crime will make a jailhouse confession under duress or give other incriminating statements to police. Prosecutors then introduce those statements at trial,...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
A DUI CONVICTION IN SOUTH CAROLINA CAN HAVE SERIOUS PROFESSIONAL CONSEQUENCES A conviction for driving under the influence in South Carolina has major practical implications. Court and other costs – not to mention legal fees – can add up to thousands of dollars, plus...
by Cynthia Giles | Jan 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense
WHAT TO DO IF YOU’VE BEEN CHARGED WITH ASSAULT Assault is a very serious criminal charge. Moreover, if you and the assault victim live under the same roof together, you could also be charged with domestic violence, which carries additional criminal penalties. If you...
