Month: August 2024

How penalties for a first-time South Carolina DUI changed in 2024

On Behalf of Christopher A. Wellborn, P.A. | Aug 27, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Drunk and drugged driving remain among the leading causes of fatal car crashes throughout the country. One regional official with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) says, “South Carolina…is the worst state in the nation for drunk driving.” Last year, according to...

Man who spent 50 years on death row gets $7 million

On Behalf of Christopher A. Wellborn, P.A. | Aug 19, 2024 | Criminal Defense

Almost 50 years ago, a man was sent to prison and put on death row. He was incarcerated for decades, but he was recently exonerated. He never committed the crime for which he was imprisoned, and he has now been released. However, his legal team was quick to point out...