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burglary vs robbery in South Carolina

Robbery vs Burglary: What Is the Difference?

People may assume that “burglary” and “robbery” are interchangeable terms. However, a Greenville defense attorney understands they are different. It’s not uncommon for someone to be charged with robbery and burglary, but the two are

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Miranda Rights

What You Need to Know About Miranda Rights

“Did they read you your rights?” This question is commonly asked of defendants by their defense attorneys during one of their earliest interactions. An experienced Clemson criminal defense attorney understands that a police officer failing

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Bail in South Carolina

How Do You Get Released on Bail in Clemson?

Being arrested, detained, and processed is an overwhelming experience for anyone – especially if it is their first time going through it. One of the biggest questions that many first-time offenders and their loved ones

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If your charges are dismissed, you usually cannot sue
criminal defense

If My Charges Are Dismissed, Can I Sue?

False accusations and wrongful arrests can be overwhelming experiences. Even if the charges are dismissed, the monetary, mental, and emotional expenses of any case can leave a lasting impact. However, the mere dismissal of those

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Can dropped charges be brought back?
criminal defense

Can I Be Charged Again If My Case Was Dismissed?

Defendants are filled with relief when criminal charges are dropped. Once the excitement of the ruling fades, though, it is typically replaced by the anxiety associated with questions like, “Is that really it? Can those

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a witness cannot remain anonymous in a criminal trial
criminal defense

Can A Witness Remain Anonymous in Court?

The safety and protection of a key witness in any court case is a top priority for any criminal court case. A common question asked of most experienced Clemson criminal defense attorneys is, “Is there

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criminal defense lawyer in Greenville
criminal defense

How to Find a Good Criminal Defense Lawyer

There were over 11,000 attorneys registered in South Carolina in 2022, according to the American Bar Association (ABA). Therefore, it is understandable why searching for a good lawyer – such as a criminal defense lawyer

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criminal defense lawyer
criminal defense

Criminal Defense Attorney vs Prosecutor

In a criminal case, two pivotal figures stand on opposite sides. The prosecutor strives to secure a conviction while a criminal defense attorney fights for the accused. But there’s also a lot more to the

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