Did you know that failing to return rental property such as a car rental could be considered a crime in South Carolina? Two scenarios where it is a crime in South Carolina are: (1) if you willfully and fraudulently fail…
Richard WaringJune 30, 2021
Hi, I’m Richard Waring, and I’m a criminal defense attorney in Charleston, SC. Maybe you’ve been charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana or cocaine, robbery, or some other crime and your preliminary hearing is rapidly approaching. “What will…
Richard WaringMay 8, 2021
Maybe you’ve gotten into a bad situation by being with another person or persons who have committed a crime, and you’re asking yourself, “Am I toast?” In other words, “am I going to be charged and prosecuted too?”..
Richard WaringApril 9, 2021
If you’ve been charged with a DUI, possession of marijuana or cocaine, trafficking, burglary, or some other crime, maybe you’re wondering, “will the government show me any paperwork about my criminal case? Will they tell me what evidence they have…
Richard WaringMarch 26, 2021
Here's a quick overview of South Carolina state courts: South Carolina Supreme Court: -South Carolina's highest state court. -Exclusive jurisdiction over certain appeals (e.g. death penalty). -Reviews decisions of the Court of Appeals. -Reviews Post Conviction Relief appeals. -Has original…
Richard WaringMarch 18, 2021
Hi, I’m Richard Waring, and I’m a criminal defense attorney in Charleston, SC. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, possession of marijuana or cocaine, possession with intent to distribute, burglary, or any other crime, you might have asked yourself,…
Richard WaringMarch 9, 2021
Whether you’re a defendant, family member, or another supporter of a defendant, here are 5 tips to keep in mind when attending virtual court: 1. Be on time. Whether you are signing on to virtual court at your attorney’s office…
Richard WaringFebruary 24, 2021
Hi, I’m Richard Waring and I’m a criminal defense attorney in Charleston, SC. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, possession of marijuana or cocaine, burglary, trafficking, or some other crime, you may have decided to plead guilty and are…
Richard WaringFebruary 24, 2021
If you’re arrested for DUI, possession of marijuana or cocaine, or possession with intent to distribute (PWID), or some other crime, and you are read your Miranda rights, it’s important to actually think about them.
Richard WaringFebruary 24, 2021
