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Are You or Someone Close to You Facing Domestic Violence Charges?
If so, you may feel like your life (or theirs) has hit a roadblock.
You may feel hopeless and confused, with nowhere to turn.
If you or a loved one is charged with domestic violence, you or they may face severe penalties, fines, and even jail time.
Whatever the case, a domestic violence lawyer can help.
The Problem With a CDV Conviction
Not only do friends and family tend to look down upon people charged with domestic violence, but CDV convictions can carry very steep consequences in the Horry County, Conway County, and Myrtle Beach, SC areas.
You could be facing high fines, mandatory 6-month-long domestic abuse programs (that are expensive), probation, and even jail time! These charges can follow you in the future for life since they show up on a background check.
That could mean losing your job and having difficulty finding a new one.
The Basics of Domestic Violence Changes in Myrtle Beach, SC
The crime of domestic violence in South Carolina centers around a member of one’s household.
This household member is either injured or harmed by another household member. Injured or harmed can be as minor as a scratch on one’s arm.
This crime is even committed if a household member threatens or attempts to harm or injure a household member with the present ability to do so.
There are many different degrees of Domestic Violence.
Below, they are listed in order of seriousness, beginning with the least serious and ending with the most serious charge.
The Degrees of Domestic Violence (CDV) Are:
- CDV 3rd degree
- CDV 2nd degree
- CDV 1st degree
- CDV of a High and Aggravated Nature (CDVHAN)
Domestic Violence offenses can carry mandatory jail time in South Carolina.
It is important to meet with a criminal domestic violence attorney in the Horry County, Conway, and Myrtle Beach, SC, areas as soon as possible to understand the criminal penalties and possible long-term consequences.
If you or someone you know has been charged with domestic violence (DV) in South Carolina or is a victim of DV, we are available to discuss how we can help.
How can a lawyer for domestic violence charges help
Because Domestic Violence charges can carry such harsh penalties and consequences, it is very important to hire a local DV attorney to represent you best.
We will stand up for you in court and fight for your freedom and future.
In some cases, the Defendant has been overcharged, and if this has happened to you, we can work to reduce or dismiss the charges against you.
In other cases, the police or the prosecutor may have made mistakes that could result in the dismissal of the charges against you.
An experienced criminal domestic violence attorney can review your charges with you and see if your case may have been overcharged or mishandled.
Let Us Represent You
Our domestic violence attorneys in Myrtle Beach frequently represent clients facing CDV charges in SC. We know how the process works and can clearly explain the possible outcomes based on your case.
Call us today if you have been charged with Criminal Domestic Violence in the Horry County, Conway, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, or Columbia SC area.
Weekend and after-hours consultations are available, too!
Contact our office today by calling 843.488.5000 or use this form to send us an email. We can set up a free consultation with one of our domestic violence lawyers in Myrtle Beach to discuss the facts and circumstances surrounding your case.
DID YOU KNOW…?
In South Carolina, there are several courts that have domestic violence prosecutors who handle cases related to domestic violence. These prosecutors can handle cases with or without the cooperation of the victim.
This means that if a victim wants to drop the charges, the prosecutor can still pursue the case. Ultimately, it is not solely up to the victim to decide whether or not to prosecute the case.
If this is an emergency we have attorneys available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you. Dial 843.488.5000 or use this form to send us an email.
THE DEGREES OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
DV 1st degree
DUI convictions can have serious consequences. Depending on the factors surrounding your charge, consequences can be extremely high.
DUI convictions appear on a background check and cannot be expunged from your record. This could affect your current job and future employment opportunities.
Domestic violence in South Carolina centers around a household member. This household member is either injured or harmed by another household member.
This crime is even committed if a household member threatens or attempts to harm or injure a household member with the present ability to do so.
Assault & Battery charges can come with some harsh consequences. You may be facing probation or even jail time!
These charges absolutely will show up on a background check and when this happens it could mean losing your job and having a hard time finding a new one.
If you’re convicted of a drug offense, the fines, penalties, and jail time can be severe depending on the factors surrounding the charge.
A conviction will make it difficult or impossible for you to get a job, qualify for financial aid or student loans, vote, carry a firearm, or enter the military.
