In South Carolina, a domestic violence charge can arise unexpectedly, often after an argument between two people who have been drinking, when someone else hears what is happening and calls the police. One or both people involved can end up in jail with a no contact order, even in situations where no one was in danger. The Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team handles domestic violence cases like these throughout South Carolina.
How an Ordinary Argument Can Lead to a Domestic Violence Arrest
Many domestic violence cases in South Carolina begin the same way. A couple has been drinking and gets into an argument, and someone else hears what is going on and calls the police. These situations often catch people off guard, since they are not the kind of thing anyone expects to happen to them.
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Not Every Case Involves Danger, But Arrests Still Happen
In many domestic violence cases, no one involved was actually in danger. Even so, an arrest can still follow once police are called. Some cases are more serious, and law enforcement in South Carolina responds to the full range, from arguments where no one was harmed to situations that are more severe.
What Happens After Arrest: Jail and a No Contact Order
Once police become involved in a domestic violence situation, one or both people can end up in jail, along with a no contact order tied to the charge. This can happen even to people who never expected to be arrested in the first place.
These Cases Happen Often in South Carolina
The Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team handles 25 or more domestic violence cases in South Carolina each year and receives several calls on this topic every month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be arrested for domestic violence in South Carolina if no one was in danger?
Yes, in many cases an arrest can still happen even when no one involved was in actual danger.
Are all domestic violence cases in South Carolina serious?
No. Many involve situations where no one was harmed, though some cases are more serious.
What can happen immediately after a domestic violence arrest in South Carolina?
One or both people involved can be taken to jail, and a no contact order can be issued as part of the charge.
How often do domestic violence arrests happen in South Carolina?
The Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team handles 25 or more of these cases each year and receives several related calls every month.
Facing a Domestic Violence Charge in South Carolina
Facing a domestic violence charge in South Carolina can be overwhelming, especially when the situation started as an argument rather than something either person expected to involve police. Greg McCollum has more than 30 years of legal experience and previously served as a prosecutor, which can offer insight into how these cases are handled and reviewed. The Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team works with clients across the Myrtle Beach area who are facing domestic violence charges.
If you have questions about domestic violence charges, call the Greg McCollum Complete Legal Defense Team at (843) 626-5480. Consultations are confidential.
