May 24, 2017 | Criminal Law
Important Questions and Answers About Your Richland, South Carolina, DUI Charges
The Richland, South Carolina, criminal defense attorneys at Jeffcoat Criminal Defense Lawyers are no stranger to the important questions that you are likely to have when facing DUI charges. We know that this is a difficult time in your life, and you need answers fast…. read more
May 8, 2017 | Criminal Law
Preparing Your Columbia, South Carolina, Criminal Defense Against Theft Charges
If you are accused of any kind of theft in Columbia, South Carolina, you need to know what to expect. To begin with, the law defines theft charges as larceny. This includes any crime that involves stealing from an employer, a business, a neighbor, a… read more
April 27, 2017 | Criminal Law
Certain Things Cannot Happen in Columbia, South Carolina Criminal Cases
When you’re facing criminal charges in Columbia, South Carolina, you are in a frightening position. You may not know what the evidence is against you or what evidence is even admissible. You may not know how you’re going to defend yourself or get the best… read more
April 15, 2017 | Criminal Law
The Costs Are High for DUI Charges and Convictions in Richland, South Carolina
There are many expenses that are relevant to a DUI charge in Richland, South Carolina. This is one of the first questions that we often get at Jeffcoat Criminal Defense Lawyers when we are approached by individuals who are facing such charges. This will have… read more
March 20, 2017 | Criminal Law
Pre-Trial Intervention Programs and How They Could Help You
Anyone who is facing criminal charges for the first time is likely to be overwhelmed by the process, the consequences, and the implications. You will likely be wondering how you can get out of the difficult situation you’re in or how to minimize the impact… read more
March 6, 2017 | Criminal Law
Anything You Say While Not In Custody Could Be Used Against You
Whether you have been arrested or simply watch television, you probably know that when you are being arrested, you have the right to remain silent, and that anything you say can be used against you. You may recognize this as part of your Miranda Rights,… read more
February 22, 2017 | Criminal Law
Misdemeanors, Felonies, and Plea Bargains
If you’re facing criminal charges in South Carolina, you’ll want to know the differences between misdemeanor charges and felony charges, and you’ll also want to know the pros and cons of accepting a plea bargain to reduce the charges against you. It is important to… read more
February 7, 2017 | Criminal Law
When the Police Come to Your Home
If you have been arrested for any kind of crime in South Carolina, you are likely wondering if there’s anything that you could have done differently to avoid the arrest. Guilty or innocent, you have more rights while you are inside your home than you… read more
January 18, 2017 | Criminal Law
What You Need to Know for Your First Offense DUI in Richland County, South Carolina
Is this your first DUI? Are you wondering if you should fight it, if you even can? They took a breathalyzer, right, so what’s the point? Besides, doesn’t South Carolina have some of the toughest DUI laws in the country because back in 2015 South… read more
January 4, 2017 | Professional License Defense
A DUI in Columbia, SC, can have Collateral Consequences for Your Career
Charges of driving under the influence or other alcohol-related charges can be particularly worrisome. If convicted, then you face a jail sentence, fines, and license suspension, among other penalties and conditions of a sentencing order. But what some professionals and students alike may not consider… read more