Drug Crimes
What Are the Different Types of Cocaine Charges in SC?
Law enforcement on a state and federal level has been stricter towards people involved with the possession or trade of cocaine recently. This is especially true in South Carolina, where there are connections to some international cocaine trafficking networks. Given the high fines and long jail time associated with drug offenses related to cocaine, it……
What Are the Different Types of Meth Charges in SC?
Most people are not aware of what the different meth charges are in SC. In several parts of South Carolina, crystal meth is most often cooked or prepared in residential homes using household ingredients and it is known as a synthetic drug. The drug is chemically similar to drugs that are used in the treatment……
What Happens if I Get Caught with a Small Amount of Marijuana in SC?
While the possession of marijuana may be legal in more states across the country than ever before, it is still illegal to possess, buy or sell in South Carolina. Marijuana laws in South Carolina govern and establish punishment guidelines for acts such as distribution of marijuana, the sale of marijuana, and the possession of drug……
Understanding Prescription Drug Charges in South Carolina
Most people don’t understand the severity of possessing prescription drugs without a prescription until they’re arrested and charged with a criminal offense. For many, it’s their first contact with the criminal justice system. At Touma Law Group, in Greenville, South Carolina, our criminal defense attorneys are here to help. The legal consequences of a drug……
Can I Get My Drug Charges Dropped in Greenville, SC?
While many states have legalized or decriminalized marijuana in the United States, and Oregon has decriminalized all illegal substances, South Carolina has not yet made a decision to legalize or decriminalize any common "drugs" or illegal substances. Because of differences in drug laws between South Carolina and neighboring states, or any other states, visitors or……
What is Possession With Intent in South Carolina
In South Carolina, possession with intent to distribute (PWID) drug charges are more severe than simple possession charges. The criminal penalties for possession with intent to distribute drugs in Greenville, South Carolina are more severe than the potential penalties for simple possession but they’re less severe than the criminal penalties for drug trafficking. However, the……
Do I Need a Lawyer for Drug Charges in Greenville?
If you are found in possession of drugs it can lead to very harsh penalties. As a result of the criminal conviction, heavy fines and long jail terms will be imposed. There are several reasons types of drug charges. The main one being in possession of drugs that is when they are found in a……
