Domestic violence charges in South Carolina are divided into several degrees, each carrying its own set of fines, penalties, and potential jail time. Whether it’s Domestic Violence 3rd Degree, 2nd Degree, 1st Degree, or Domestic Violence of a High and Aggravated...
If you’ve been following DUI laws in South Carolina over the past few years, you know they’ve been getting tougher. One of the biggest changes came with the expansion of the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Program, and in 2025, it’s more important than ever to...
From the Personal Injury Team at Coastal Law, LLC If you’ve been hurt in a car crash, a slip and fall, or any other kind of accident, one big question probably comes to mind: Can I still get compensated if the accident was partly my fault? The short answer: Yes, you...
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in South Carolina, you might be wondering: who’s actually responsible? Can you hold the property owner accountable, or are you stuck dealing with the aftermath alone? South Carolina law says you may be able to...
A DUI arrest or conviction in South Carolina can do far more than cause legal headaches — it can jeopardize your employment and professional future. Whether you are currently employed or seeking a new job, a DUI charge can carry significant consequences that extend...
On March 7, 2024, SC’s governor signed H. 3594 into law, a bill that some are calling a “constitutional carry” law that lifts many of our state’s previous restrictions on carrying firearms whether openly or concealed. Where can you carry a gun in SC now, and where is...
How do you file a DUI appeal in South Carolina? Sometimes you win a DUI case by getting a dismissal before trial. Other times, you may get an acquittal from a jury at trial. Still other times, you may win when the circuit court or the court of appeals reverses your...
SC’s municipal courts, or city courts, decide “minor” criminal cases based on events that take place within city limits. In Horry County, SC, we routinely handle cases in the municipal courts including: Myrtle Beach Municipal Court, North Myrtle Beach Municipal...
Last week, the SC Supreme Court released a written opinion explaining their decision to reverse the Jeroid Price sentence reduction order and send him back to prison (if you missed it, Price was released from prison after a judge signed an order reducing his murder...
South Carolina passed a new fentanyl trafficking law in June of 2023 which includes new crimes and penalties for: Trafficking in fentanyl, Possession of fentanyl, and Possession of a firearm if you have been convicted of a serious drug offense. Fentanyl overdoses...