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State v. Daniel Hamrick, Op. No. 27886 (South Carolina Supreme Court, filed May 15, 2019) Just Because A Law Enforcement Officer Says He’s a Qualified Expert Doesn’t Make It So.

This is a very important opinion, and not just for this particular matter, but for the State’s...

What’s the Difference Between Criminal and Civil Asset Forfeiture?

What’s the Difference Between Criminal and Civil Asset Forfeiture?

What’s the difference between criminal and civil asset forfeiture? If you are convicted of a...

What is the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act (AEDPA)?

What is the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act (AEDPA)?

What is the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act (AEDPA)? The AEDPA, passed in 1996,...