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Plea Bargains and Dismissals

Plea Bargains and Dismissals

Most criminal cases are resolved with plea bargains. Prison sentencing, jail time, hefty fines, and a criminal record can all result from a criminal conviction and can have devastating consequences for your future.

Facing arrest and criminal charges is not something you should do alone. You need a knowledgeable, experienced criminal defense attorney who understands your situation and cares about the outcome of your case. We believe everyone deserves a strong and robust defense and that no person is guilty unless proven otherwise. Having a lawyer you trust on your side can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Hiring an experienced defense attorney who understands how to negotiate plea bargains or dismissal of your case can mean the difference between being sent to prison and walking away with your freedom.

Criminalย charges can be resolved in one of four ways:

Dismissal

Plea Bargains Dismissal LawyerDismissal by the prosecutor can occur if the prosecution concludes that there is insufficient evidence to continue with a case. ย A clear demonstration to ensure the lack of evidence for a criminal charge must be put forward by the accused of the prosecution to consider dismissal. Otherwise, the prosecution will follow through with the case.

Diversion Programs

  • Pre-trial intervention, PTI, is a diversion program for first-time offenders.ย ย This program typically consists of 30-50 hours of community service, counseling, passing drug screenings, and written assignments.ย  The main goal of PTI is to provide intervention services to hopefully deter future criminal activity and provides first-time offenders a second chance through rehabilitative services.
  • Traffic Education Program, TEP,ย was created by the State of South Carolina as an education program to educate drivers with minor traffic offenses and be used as a tool to dismiss minor traffic offenses, thereby keeping their driving record clean.
  • Any person aged 17-20 years old that is charged with an alcohol-related offense may qualify for the Alcohol Education Program (AEP). This programย offers an alternative to pleading guilty or having a trial before a Judge in court and helps combat the problems associated with underage drinking.
  • A person with a history of drug use and convictions for drug crimes or drug-related crimes may be eligible for Drug Court.ย  During the supervised twelve months, outpatient, drug treatment program, the criminal justice, and the public health systems unite together to meaningfully treat chemically dependent offenders, thereby reducing drug use, increasing public safety and improving the quality of life for the community.
  • A Conditional Discharge is available for defendants charged with a drug crime who have no prior drug convictions. ย The sentencing and proceedings are deferred while the accused agrees to be placed on probation and participate in a treatment and rehabilitation program. ย If the terms of the probationary period set by the court are met, then the charges are dismissed.

Plea Bargain/Guilty Plea

In some cases, an experienced criminal attorney has the ability to negotiate plea bargains with the state in which the accused would plead guilty to a lesser offense or negotiate to have a portion of the charges dropped.

Trial

When cases are not disposed of through dismissal, a diversion program, or a plea, they are taken to trial. A prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty of the charges in order to be convicted. ย To ensure you are properly represented during this stage, and your rights are protected, an experienced Columbia criminal attorney is crucial to your defense.

Experienced South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorneys for Plea Bargains

All cases are complicated, and having a knowledgeable attorney by your side may be beneficial in securing better plea bargains or dismissal for you. Contact the criminal defense attorneys at Strom Law Firm, LLC for a free consultation today.

Plea Bargains and Dismissals

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