Firearms are dangerous, so while South Carolina doesn’t require gun owners to have permits, it does have a lot of laws and restrictions in place to encourage responsible ownership. One of the cardinal rules of gun ownership is that owners shouldn’t carelessly point...
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The risks of committing financial identity fraud
Financial identity fraud is a serious crime in South Carolina. This crime occurs when fraudsters use other people’s information without their permission. The crux of this crime is the unauthorized use of someone else’s personal information. Misrepresenting oneself in...
Robbing a bus or taxi driver can lead to multiple criminal charges
It’s not unusual for bus operators or taxi drivers to work odd hours. A graveyard shift may not attract a lot of passengers, but the lack of potential eyewitnesses could embolden individuals to try and rob transportation operators. Robbery is a serious criminal...
Drug-induced DUI in South Carolina: What’s considered impairment?
Just like in other U.S. states, South Carolina prohibits people from driving while under the influence (DUI) of alcohol. In fact, the state even has a law on driving with an unlawful alcohol concentration (DUAC). A person violates said law by operating a vehicle with...
3 common types of real estate fraud involving professionals
Real estate fraud can cost individuals or financial companies hundreds of thousands of dollars. Fraudulent real estate transactions can lead to an improper transfer of mortgage funds or somebody emptying their savings account, only to not acquire an ownership interest...
Fraudulently obtained goods: An additional offense on top of card fraud
In South Carolina, it’s a crime to use another person's financial transaction card to obtain money, goods, or services. Regardless of the type of card used to make the fraudulent transaction – whether it’s a credit or debit card – the offense is a misdemeanor that...
The legal risks of tampering with drug and alcohol screening tests
Police officers aren’t the only ones administering drug and alcohol tests at traffic stops; workplaces might also conduct their own screening tests as part of an effort to maintain a substance-free environment. Faced with the risk of getting caught, some people might...
Understanding the crime and consequences of money laundering
Although it’s not the most violent of crimes, money laundering is still one of the most serious offenses to commit in South Carolina and other U.S. states. This blog will explain what money laundering is and South Carolina’s legal stance on the offense. It will also...
The legal consequences of fraudulent refunds
Shoplifting crimes have increased in recent years, but offenders do more than keep the stolen items to themselves. The savvier ones make money off the nicked goods by returning the items to another store for a refund. Called refund fraud, it’s a deceptive practice...
Altering and falsifying diplomas and academic transcripts is a crime
While it’s true that school can’t give you all the lessons you need to learn to start living like an adult, your academic performance and background can still influence certain aspects of your life. Maybe you’re applying for a graduate program or your first job – the...