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Category Archives: Criminal Defense News
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Jennifer Crumbley was Convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter in Michigan – James Crumbley’s Trial Begins Next Week
You may have heard about Jennifer and James Crumbleys’ prosecutions for manslaughter in Michigan after their teenaged child committed a mass shooting at his high school. Ethan Crumbley, at age 16, pled guilty to murder and terrorism after shooting and killing four of his classmates…
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Myrtle Beach Crime Rate 2024 – Latest Statistics
Whether you are visiting for a beach vacation or looking to settle and live there, it can be helpful to review the Myrtle Beach crime rate for 2024. The vibrant coastal city in South Carolina provides residents and visitors with lovely beaches and lively entertainment.…
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South Carolina Crime Rate by City 2024
South Carolina has above-average crime rates for both violent crimes and property crimes. By understanding the crime rates near you and in other locations in the state, you can better remain vigilant and protect yourself. A South Carolina attorney can help if you have been…
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Falsely Accused of a Crime in South Carolina: What to Do? 2024
Being accused of a crime you did not commit is a terrifying situation. The consequences of a false accusation are significant, including social, economic, and personal repercussions. If you are wrongfully convicted, you face potential jail or prison time, fines, and a criminal record that…
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Criminal Law Terminology – Glossary of Legal Terms in the US
Being in court is always intimidating as a layperson, especially when hearing complicated legal jargon you’re not familiar with. Understanding the legal terms you’ll hear throughout the legal process will give you some peace of mind and leave you feeling like you’re informed on what…
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Another Defendant Forced to Wear Handcuffs in Front of the Jury
Several appellate opinions this year have involved defendants who were forced to wear handcuffs, shackles, or prison jumpsuits in front of jurors at their trials. In the last case we blogged about, the SC Supreme Court noted that handcuffs in front of the jury are…
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State v. Jeroid Price – Can an Inmate Get a Super-Secret Sentence Reduction Without a Hearing in South Carolina?
Earlier this year, Jeroid Price was in the news because, according to media reports, he had been released from his incarceration for murder in a secret backroom deal between a defense attorney and Columbia, SC, Fifth Judicial Circuit Solicitor Byron E. Gipson. No hearing, no…
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When is Gang Evidence Admissible in a Criminal Trial?
When is gang evidence admissible in a criminal trial in SC? Prosecutors will always attempt to connect a defendant to gang activity, often resorting to inadmissible testimony like “I heard it on the streets,” and calling “expert” witnesses who are really just cops or jail…
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When Does Self-Defense Apply in SC?
When does self-defense apply under South Carolina law? I bet you think that if someone attacks you you have the right to defend yourself, and it’s that simple. That makes sense, and most people would agree… But did you know that SC’s self-defense law only…
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Can You Appeal a Conviction Twice?
You can appeal a conviction twice – if you have been convicted, successful on appeal, retried, and convicted again, you can file a second appeal based on errors made in the second trial or you can file a PCR action based on mistakes made by…
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