Particularly if you are not currently a U.S. citizen, understanding what rights you have when dealing with law enforcement is vital. Many of the privileges that U.S. citizens enjoy also apply to you if you are not a citizen yourself. One of these rights is the right...
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Are you eligible for a green card through employment?
As someone looking to permanently relocate to South Carolina, you want to know what your immigration options are. Some offer you the ability to stay in the country for years. Others allow you to work freely while staying here. A green card might be a good place for...
Are you suspected of participating in drug diversion?
As a pharmacist, you handle prescription drugs daily, including Schedule II, II and IV medications such as Ritalin, Vicodin and Percocet. An investigation of a complaint related to the possible diversion of a controlled substance points to you. How did this happen...
What is the difference between drug possession and distribution?
In South Carolina, the law handles all drug-related matters in a serious way. You may wonder if there is a difference in severity between drug possession and drug distribution charges. While the answer is yes, both crimes can come with hefty penalties. So what are the...
Deported veteran gets second chance at citizenship
Those working through the immigration (and potentially naturalization) process in South Carolina know that any questions regarding their personal conduct can jeopardize their prospects. After working so hard to see the cycle through, having it derailed due to...
Can you avoid discrimination without committing civil violations?
You have a lot of legalities to consider when seeking new hires in South Carolina. While you should strive to maintain diversity amongst your employees, you want to avoid hiring illegal aliens. However, what if your efforts to avoid hiring unauthorized immigrants...
Detailing South Carolina’s different drug schedules
A good number of consequences can accompany a drug offense in South Carolina. Having said that, many understand that not all drug offenses may be equal. Many of those who come to us here at Kappel Law want to know exactly what sort of penalties they could face; you...
Which visas are common for temporary workers?
There are several types of temporary visas, but three of the most common are the H-1B, H-2A and H-2B. The H-2B visa is typically used by people who come to the United States to do non-agricultural seasonal labor on a temporary basis. These "guest workers" can come...
What is drug trafficking?
People often see the words "drug trafficking" in the news or even in movies. But what does "trafficking" mean? In short, it means the selling, transporting or importing of illegal drugs. It can be a state or federal crime -- the federal crime is more severe and often...
Tips for dealing with law enforcement
It is easy for law enforcement to intimidate. It seems to part of the job, refined by years of dealing with criminals and those who do not respect law enforcement. But it is important to remember that local, state and federal law enforcement is to protect and serve...
