Throughout South Carolina, there are many tourist destinations and large-scale events where young people will be out and about. Often, this involves college students, but high schoolers are also frequent attendees. Alcohol consumption is a frequent part of sporting...
College Crimes
College Crimes
What are the shoplifting laws and penalties in South Carolina?
It is not uncommon for college students to get into mischief in South Carolina. It might be due to not thinking about what they are doing, being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or because of encouragement from other students. While it is often assumed that...
A criminal conviction can ruin a college student’s future
When facing criminal allegations in South Carolina, there are a series of problems that will come to the forefront and must be considered when preparing a defense. Depending on the charges, there can be jail time, fines, loss of driving privileges and more. For...
Illegal search and seizure
Search and seizure protections are an important for anyone accused of a crime. It may be possible to suppress evidence obtained in violation of the accused individual’s 4th Amendment rights which can impact any criminal charges against the accused individual. Search...
College code of conduct violations may result in serious consequences
Many colleges and universities in South Carolina have implemented a code of conduct for their students to follow. The code of conduct may cover both academic and non-academic behavior relating to: Academic integrity (e.g., plagiarism, cheating, forgery) Drug and...
College students could face sexual assault charges
College students who live, attend school or just have fun in the greater Myrtle Beach area could in the right circumstances face sexual assault charges. Recent cases across the country have put a spotlight on problems with sexual misconduct on college campuses and...
Are there lifelong consequences of conviction?
After court, a conviction and the end of parole, that is the end of a criminal proceeding. After one has “served their time,” the consequences are over, right? Unfortunately, in the United States, that is not always the case, even for Conway, South Carolina, college...
Off-campus crimes can impact a student’s educational goals
Many college students, including those who attend Coastal Carolina University, may find themselves staring down a criminal charge. It is no secret, for example, that drugs and alcohol are common at parties attended by college students. Of course, underage drinking and...