by Greg McCollum | May 15, 2021 | Criminal Defense
In typical court proceedings, an arraignment occurs when a person goes in front of a judge and is formally advised of what charges are being brought against the defendant. In the larger districts, like New York and Los Angeles, the arraignment occurs at the very...
by Greg McCollum | Apr 15, 2021 | Criminal Defense
People are generally aware of the fact that every state’s laws may differ, but it’s a rare person who goes to the effort to fully research those differences before visiting a new state. And in most cases, that works out fine – you may end up with a traffic ticket you...
by Greg McCollum | Jan 15, 2021 | Criminal Defense
When one goes on vacation to Myrtle Beach, one expects to enjoy themselves. A popular method of relaxation is a day at the beach – which is often, for folks 21 and older, accompanied by an adult beverage. We all know that it is illegal to drink and drive, and we’ve...
by Greg McCollum | Dec 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Being charged with a crime does not mean that you will be convicted of a crime. While most defendants would prefer to have their charges simply dismissed outright, that is not a common outcome. Instead, many defendants are offered the chance at a Diversion Program...
by Greg McCollum | Nov 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When you are charged with a DUI in South Carolina, you might also have your license suspended. Either, or both, of these issues could result in the requirement to take South Carolina’s Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP). And yes, since there are two...
by Greg McCollum | Oct 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
If you’re considering hiring an attorney to represent you on a criminal charge, you may find yourself wondering whether you even need one. If you’ve already hired an attorney to represent you, you may find yourself wondering what, exactly, you are paying for. So, what...
