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A bench warrant is a legal tool used by judges to make you comply with court orders. In South Carolina, if you fail to follow court orders, such as missing a court date or not following a judge’s instructions, a

Offenses against the person carry the most severe penalties under South Carolina law. However, the classification of the crime is essential for hoping to get a lenient sentence or a favorable plea deal. In the case of assault with a

Recognizing how crucial it is for families to stay united, and ensuring the incarcerated can see their loved ones, Boatwright Legal is deeply committed to advocating for justice and healing, particularly for the most affected members of our society—the children

South Carolina laws carry severe penalties even for first time offenders who are charged with simple possession. However, our legislators understood that it would be more beneficial to offer these offenders educational and treatment programs to cure their addiction, instead

Many people contact a Clemson criminal defense lawyer with a dilemma: they were arrested and booked by the police, but no formal charges were brought against them. They naturally wonder: how long does it take before being charged with a

When you consult with a Greenville criminal defense lawyer for the first time, they may take or refuse your case. No legal professional is obliged to take you on as a client. But what happens if they agree to represent

Being charged with theft can result in prison sentences and heavy fines. Some penalties are extremely severe if your crime is classified as a felony. The best chance you have to fight theft charges is to hire an experienced Anderson

When the police suspect that your assets are connected with a crime, they have the right to seize them. You don’t even have to be charged with the respective crime for this to happen. And if you want to get

If you are charged with a crime, the police have the right to seize any money or items which may be proceeds from the crime or used in committing the crime. This is the essence of the Asset Forfeiture Act.

After a car accident, one of your first priorities is getting treatment for your injuries. But as the hospital and medical care bills start piling up, you have to start preparing to file an insurance claim against the at-fault driver.

Everyone has heard that you cannot be tried twice for the same crime. The term double jeopardy is the definition of this legal protection offered by the Fifth Amendment. But what are the circumstances when a Greenville criminal defense lawyer

Murder is the most serious type of charge anyone could face. In this situation, you feel helpless, especially if you had no intention to take someone’s life, but only to defend yourself. Actually, many people charged with murder ask their