There are numerous rules limiting what people can do with prescription medication. Even those who have very little knowledge about the law typically recognize that they cannot sell their medication to others. People know that others might consume certain medications...
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Jury selection: What determines who decides your case?
You are probably aware that you have the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury when facing criminal charges. However, have you ever wondered how juries are picked? It’s not as random as it might seem. The people sitting on the jury will ultimately decide the...
Can police search your phone for evidence?
If you’re being investigated for a crime, the police may want to search your phone. Perhaps they’ve accused you of a white-collar crime, such as insider trading, and believe that communications on your phone could provide evidence. Or maybe you’re being accused of...
What are the defense strategies for insider trading charges?
An insider trading charge can lead to serious financial penalties, potential jail time and permanent damage to one's professional reputation. These charges require a strong defense strategy to pursue the best outcome in the case. If you are facing insider trading...
What constitutes domestic violence in South Carolina?
Domestic violence is an issue handled with utmost seriousness in South Carolina and the rest of the country. It’s vital to be adequately informed about this crime, more so what constitutes it and how you can defend yourself if charged with it. Here is what to know...
3 common forms of Medicare and Medicaid fraud to avoid
People in the healthcare sector may be more susceptible to white-collar criminal charges than those in many other professions. All it takes is improper training or the wrong mentality to put a professional at risk of breaking the law. Those providing medical services,...
What happens after a grand jury meets?
If you’re under investigation for a white collar offense, sooner or later your case may head to a grand jury. A grand jury is a group of citizens who are tasked with reviewing evidence in a potential criminal case and decide if there’s enough “probable cause” to...
The legalities behind defrauding drug and alcohol screening tests
In South Carolina, tampering with drug and alcohol tests is both unethical and illegal. These tests are crucial, whether administered by police officers at traffic stops or by employers striving to maintain a substance-free workplace. Some individuals might try to...
Can you argue self-defense if you started the fight?
Arguing self-defense is a common defense strategy in criminal cases involving physical alterations, such as assault and battery. After all, you have the right to defend yourself from imminent harm. To claim self-defense, you typically must show that you were in...
What a recent SCOTUS ruling means for those charged with bribery
Last June, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) handed down a ruling that is likely to affect those charged under the federal anti-bribery statute. Will the 6-3 decision make it more difficult for federal prosecutors to charge people with bribery? The federal statute in...