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Burglary is a serious offense in South Carolina
As the old saying goes, a man’s home is his castle. Whether a person is at home or away from it, he or she has a right to exclusive ownership. Individuals also should not have to worry about someone entering their property with illegal or improper intentions. If that...
What is domestic violence in South Carolina?
In South Carolina and anywhere else in the world, every marriage has its ups and downs. There are some good times and some rough times. It is common to get into disagreements with your spouse and end up in an argument. But what happens when that argument suddenly...
How serious is shoplifting in South Carolina?
Many people, especially youth, think it is a harmless thrill to take something from the store without paying for it. However, there is a reason many shops in South Carolina and elsewhere display signs warning customers that shoplifting is a crime and that shoplifters...
What will happen if the police arrest me while in possession of a controlled substance?
Every state in the U.S. regulates the possession of controlled drug substances. In South Carolina, there are five schedules of controlled drug substances. The first schedule is the most dangerous, with the highest risk factor in abuse and addiction. Its danger and the...
Deaths caused by red-light runners at a 10-year high
The number of people across South Carolina and the nation who are losing their lives as a result of motorists running red lights is rising sharply, and so, too, are the number of injuries suffered in crashes caused by red-light runners. At DeBerry Law Firm, LLC, we...
Driving under the influence of marijuana in South Carolina
With many states in the country authorizing medical marijuana or legalizing recreational pot, many South Carolina residents may be frustrated at the current laws in the state. Some may decide to risk using cannabis, regardless of the law. However, it is important to...
The argument for decriminalizing drug possession
The fight against drugs has taken a turn in recent years with the legalization of marijuana in various states. While South Carolina still has not gotten to that point, there is talk about decriminalizing some drugs. Decriminalizing means lowering penalties, such as...
How is the state changing laws to address domestic violence?
Every state has its own laws addressing domestic violence. What may fall under this label in one state may not in another. In South Carolina, there is great concern about the current domestic violence laws. According to The Associated Press, many feel the current laws...
What is the points system?
Being able to drive your vehicle in essential to commute to work, bring your children to school, or carry out any of a number of important everyday activities in South Carolina. This is why losing your driving privileges can be incredibly disruptive to your life. Yet...
Is there an epidemic of innocent people pleading guilty?
In every criminal case in South Carolina, there comes a time when you as the defendant have to make various decisions. One of those decisions may be whether to go to trial or take a plea bargain, which is a deal the prosecution offers you in return for a guilty plea....
