Conway Criminal Law Blog
Fighting drug crime charges in South Carolina
Drug crime charges are extremely common in America, including in South Carolina. Every day law enforcement officials throughout the state make arrests based on drug possession, trafficking, distribution or even manufacturing. If you have been arrested and charged with...
Did you know that public defender representation can be risky?
Being charged with a crime can be scary given the implications involved with a criminal conviction. If you want to protect your freedom and your future as fully as possible, then you need to figure out the best way to defend yourself in your criminal proceedings....
Should you take a plea deal in your criminal case?
It’s stressful facing criminal charges. After all, a conviction could lead to incarceration, hefty fines, and a haunting criminal record. Although the prosecution may seek the harshest penalties against you, you might have the option to avoid them by negotiating a...
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...
Horry County offers alternatives to traditional criminal court
Whether they are natives or visitors to the Myrtle Beach area, certain people accused of crimes may have the option to avoid a traditional criminal charge and conviction. These options can be a huge advantage to a person accused of a crime. Not only do they protect a...
What college students and their parents should know about assault charges
College is a great experience for many young people, and often is the first opportunity that new adults are able to experience the independence of living apart from their families. During their college years, students may explore areas of study to refine their life...
What to expect after receiving marijuana trafficking charges
There are many states who have legalized some form of marijuana, whether that be recreational use or medical use, but South Caroline is not one of those states. It is still illegal to possess or use marijuana. That does not stop people in the state from using...
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...
Inaccurate Breathalyzer results can help defend against DUI charges
If you get pulled over and the officer suspects you of driving under the influence, you may be asked to submit to a Breathalyzer test. Under South Carolina’s implied consent laws, Sec. 56-5-295, anyone with a driver’s license is automatically required to submit to a...
Getting a second chance after a criminal conviction in South Carolina
We all make mistakes, especially early on in life. For people in South Carolina and especially young people, getting a second chance after a run-in with the law can change the course of their future. Unfortunately, even an arrest without conviction may show up on a...