South Carolina Law

Stacy Stanley | May 11, 2026 | South Carolina Law

South Carolina drivers now have stricter rules for using phones and other electronic devices behind the wheel. The South Carolina Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act took effect on Sept. 1, 2025, and law enforcement began issuing citations on Feb. 28, 2026. The law is meant to reduce distracted driving crashes by requiring drivers to keep […]

Stacy Stanley | October 7, 2025 | South Carolina Law

In Little River, South Carolina, it is possible to be excused from jury duty, but only under certain circumstances allowed by law or with a judge’s approval. Jury duty is considered an important civic duty, and exemptions are not granted automatically. Instead, you must submit a formal request and, in many cases, provide documentation or […]