CRIMINAL LAW / JUVENILE LAW / TRAFFIC LAW
Being arrested is one of the most traumatic things that can happen to a person and it often has a profound effect on their families and loved ones. A once bright future now lies in potential ruin. A valued job or promotion is on the line. A college scholarship or financial aid is at risk. Whether a local or a visitor, you need a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney who knows the law as well as the persons who work within the local criminal justice system. Mr. Sutton is a highly experienced criminal defense attorney who has handled hundreds of criminal cases of every kind and has trial experience in offenses ranging from simple misdemeanors to Murder. He is a former Judicial Circuit Representative and former Board Member of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Call 843-626-0708 for a free consultation.
SERIOUS FELONY CASES
A citizen confronts a criminal and orders him to stay put. The criminal refuses to obey and the citizen fires a single gunshot and finds himself charged with Murder. A trusted employee is accused of taking company funds and finds herself charged with Breach of Trust. A man trying to defend his family from a threat finds himself charged with Aggravated Assault. Being charged with a crime can happen to anyone. At any time. "I never thought it could happen to me" is a refrain repeated countless times. Felony convictions carry dramatic consequences. Long prison sentences, mandatory minimum sentences in some cases, no parole in certain cases, and serious collateral consequences that accompany a conviction. If you or a loved one is facing serious criminal charges, Mr. Sutton will fight for you and be there for you, every step of the way.
DRUG CASES
Drugs know no social boundaries. The accused may be a doctor or lawyer or an unemployed laborer. Few cases have more lasting and devastating consequences than a drug conviction. The more immediate consequences of a conviction include long driver's license suspensions and possible prison terms. Obtaining successful results in drug cases requires particular knowledge and skill. These cases can involve complicated search and seizure issues, drug analysis questions, and chain of custody issues. Mr. Sutton has a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in handling all types of drug cases including Possession, Possession with Intent to Distribute, Distribution, and Trafficking.
MISDEMEANOR CASES/ CITY COURT (MUNICIPAL)/ MAGISTRATES COURT/CTC/CJC
In South Carolina any offense which carries up to thirty (30) days in jail is a Magistrate/Municipal Court level offense. These offenses include but are not limited to Simple Assault, Criminal Domestic Violence, Simple Possession of Drugs, Driving Under Suspension, and most Motor Vehicle Offenses. In many cases (every case depends upon its own unique facts) Mr. Sutton is able to negotiate a favorable resolution of the charge without the need for trial. However, Mr. Sutton is a skilled trial lawyer who stands ready to defend your rights should trial be necessary.
YOUNG PERSONS /STUDENTS /JUVENILES
Because Myrtle Beach is both a college town and a tourist destination, we have substantial experience in representing young people. Mr. Sutton is especially committed to aggressively serving the more specialized needs of these young people who often have a great deal to lose if they are convicted. Whether it is a high school student arrested during Senior Week, a college student arrested while here for Spring Break, or local student who finds themselves on the wrong side of the law, Mr. Sutton will spare no effort in defending them to ensure that their future is not jeopardized as a result of a youthful lapse of discretion. Mr. Sutton also represents juveniles in the Family Court in cases ranging from simple status offenses to serious felony charges.
TRAFFIC CASES AND SPEEDING TICKETS
We all agree that our insurance rates are already too high. If you find yourself charged with a traffic offense and desire to contest it, you'll need the services of an attorney who is highly familiar with the workings of traffic court. Mr. Sutton has a great deal of experience in handling and trying cases in "traffic court" (variously known as Magistrate's Court, Municipal Court, Central Traffic Court (CTC), or Central Jury Court (CJC)). Call Mr. Sutton for a free consultation to determine if we can help with yours.
For those with a North Carolina driver's license: Many out-of-state offenses carry a suspension of your North Carolina driver's license. There are particular ways to handle South Carolina tickets in order to minimize the consequences to your North Carolina driving record. Call 843-626-0708 or 843-446-4031 for a free consultation to discuss your options.
