Blog Posts - Drug crimes
How Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Help Me With My Case?
Navigating the criminal justice system can be confusing and overwhelming and how you do so can impact the rest of your life. Seeking legal counsel from a qualified criminal defense attorney can help you understand your legal options and protect…
Read MoreAre drug charges dismissed when you complete drug court?
A South Carolina drug conviction might mean jail or prison time, steep fines and any number of other serious consequences. However, in some cases, you may be able to avoid many of these consequences – and potentially have your drug…
Read MoreCan a drug arrest get you expelled from college?
Facing a drug arrest while enrolled in college in South Carolina can potentially have significant consequences on your education. Colleges and universities in South Carolina enforce strict drug laws and have zero-tolerance policies when it comes to drug-related offenses on…
Read MoreWhen can the police search my vehicle for drugs?
Berkeley County law enforcement is on a constant hunt for illegal drugs and people to arrest on drug charges. The highways and roads are prime hunting grounds. Many traffic stops turn into a night in jail and serious criminal charges…
Read MoreMarijuana use in US higher than cigarettes as of this year
Marijuana legislation has circulated through states across the United States in recent years. The topic of legalization continues to gain more bipartisan support by the year. As more states allow adults to smoke marijuana, either recreationally or for medical purposes,…
Read MoreAm I responsible for the drugs my friend has in my car?
Drug charges are a serious offense, and you might find yourself accountable for the actions of others on account of their drug use. If you own a car, you may not always be in control of what comes inside it…
Read MoreShould you take a breath analysis test?
If you think that you have a right to refuse a breath analysis test, you would not be alone. However, you would also be incorrect. Due to implied consent laws, you give your consent to DUI tests the moment you…
Read MoreA new bill could end mandatory minimum sentences for drug crimes
Based on South Carolina’s current criminal statutes, a charge of drug trafficking represents the highest level of drug-related offenses. As noted by The Sun News, a conviction carries a “mandatory minimum” sentencing requirement. Critics of what many say is an…
Read MoreWhen do you have to disclose a drug conviction on your FAFSA?
If you plan to compete for government-backed grants, loans, and work-study funds, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by your college’s or university’s deadline. This deadline often comes early in the academic year, so don’t…
Read MoreWhat is drug court?
Drug courts are a newer idea in criminal justice. They focus on helping you if you face a drug charge rather than punishing you. Going through drug court can be a second chance. It can enable you to change your…
Read MoreCan authorities search your car without a warrant?
During a South Carolina traffic stop, you maintain certain rights. Knowing what these rights are and when to exercise them may work in your favor. The law enforcement officer who stops you may try to get your consent to search…
Read MoreSeveral jurisdictions are banning no-knock warrants
People often move and fail to update all the different organizations that have the address on file. When someone else moves into the last home that person lived in and police later pursue a warrant for the person’s arrest, the…
Read MoreMarijuana laws in South Carolina
Crossing state lines can be confusing when it comes to marijuana laws. While some states allow legal marijuana sales for recreational use, others only approve cannabis for medical purposes and still, other states do not allow legal marijuana use in…
Read MoreA closer look at drug court in Berkeley County
Residents of Berkeley County who are facing drug charges or dealing with a substance abuse disorder may now have a new treatment option available to them. Berkeley County’s drug court began accepting drug offenders during the fall of 2017, making…
Read MoreCan drug charges affect student aid?
Like most college students, you rely on student loans and grants to continue your education. For most students, the big concern with financial aid is maintaining good grades to keep from losing it. What students do not always think about…
Read MoreDrug dealer sentenced for murder in student’s overdose
When a 26-year-old South Carolina college student was found dead in her off-campus housing of a drug overdose, the death didn’t appear to be accidental. She had been depressed and evidence led investigators to first classify the death as a…
Read MoreHow does a court determine what is drug paraphernalia?
The problem with determining what is considered drug paraphernalia is that many objects used to manipulate and cultivate controlled substances can also be used for legitimate reasons. If you find yourself caught up in a suspected paraphernalia case, you should…
Read MoreWhat is the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids?
There is a constant push for society to help fight the drug problem before it even begins by making sure kids understand the dangers of drugs and alcohol. No matter where you live in South Carolina or any other state,…
Read MoreWhat caused the heroin epidemic?
Every day you hear about people dying due to heroin in South Carolina. It may make you wonder how so many people started using such a dangerous drug and continued to the point of addiction. It all leads back to…
Read MoreWhy does law enforcement oppose the Compassionate Care Act?
Many states across the country have adopted medical marijuana laws, which allow people with certain medical conditions to use marijuana products to treat their symptoms. South Carolina currently has a bill, called the Compassionate Care Act, being looked at by…
Read MorePeople who have a drug addiction need treatment, not jail time
Addiction is not easy to handle. It is often a factor in drug-related crimes, but is prison always the answer? If you know someone who is struggling with addiction or have yourself, you might be inclined to suggest an alternative…
Read MoreSouth Carolina marijuana laws
Marijuana law reform has been getting a fair amount of coverage in the press over the last few weeks. Following the voting cycle on November 8th, California, Nevada, Maine and Massachusetts have fully legalized medical and recreational use of marijuana…
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