by Greg McCollum | Nov 2, 2026 | Criminal Defense
This post covers what double jeopardy means and what it looks like when a person is arrested in a police sting operation. Both topics come up often for people facing criminal charges, and the answers below come directly from Greg McCollum. Frequently Asked Questions...
by Greg McCollum | Nov 1, 2026 | Criminal Defense
A person living outside South Carolina may find out that police want to speak with them, or that a warrant has been issued for an offense in South Carolina. Greg McCollum explains what that situation can look like and how fugitive warrants and governor’s...
by Greg McCollum | Oct 31, 2026 | Criminal Defense
This post covers what a bond returnable court date is in South Carolina and whether a plea is entered at a first court date. It explains what happens at each appearance after release on bond, and what a visit to the courthouse is and is not. Frequently Asked Questions...
by Greg McCollum | Oct 30, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Two early steps in a South Carolina criminal case are the preliminary hearing and the indictment. A preliminary hearing is a short hearing in front of a Magistrate Judge where the officer must testify about the basis for a charge. An indictment is the document...
by Greg McCollum | Oct 29, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Two common self-defense questions come up when a confrontation turns physical: whether deadly force can be justified when someone punches you, and whether it can be used against someone who is running away. The answers depend on the circumstances, including the size...
by Greg McCollum | Oct 28, 2026 | Criminal Defense
Immigration status can become a serious problem when someone is arrested, and employers who hire workers on H-1B or J-1 visas have compliance responsibilities of their own. Greg McCollum addresses who is likely to face immigration issues, whether employers of H-1B...
