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September 30, 2026
- 864.642.4560
- PO Box 26 Anderson, SC 29622
- 207 A East Calhoun Street, Anderson, SC 29621
A criminal charge can have lasting consequences for your freedom, reputation, and future. Kinsey Law Firm represents individuals facing criminal charges in Anderson, Greenville, Clemson, Seneca, Spartanburg, and throughout South Carolina. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor, felony, or criminal investigation, we provide personal, straightforward representation focused on the circumstances of your case.
An arrest or criminal accusation can raise questions about your future, your family, and your livelihood.
At Kinsey Law Firm, we represent individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges throughout South Carolina. Every case is different, and the specific allegations, evidence, and applicable law matter. Our approach is grounded in careful attention to the details of your case and clear communication throughout the legal process.
Kinsey Law Firm represents individuals facing a range of criminal charges in South Carolina, from misdemeanor offenses to serious felony allegations.
A DUI charge in South Carolina can affect your driver’s license, employment, and future. Kinsey Law Firm represents individuals facing first-time DUI charges, felony DUI allegations, and other criminal driving offenses involving alcohol or drugs.
Chase Kinsey examines the circumstances of the traffic stop, the available evidence, and the details of the arrest to evaluate the case and discuss potential defense strategies.
Drug charges in South Carolina can carry significant penalties and consequences that extend beyond the courtroom. Allegations may involve drug possession, trafficking, distribution, or other controlled substance offenses.
The specific substance, amount involved, and circumstances of the alleged offense can all affect the charges and potential penalties. Careful review of the evidence and applicable law is essential when evaluating a defense.
An assault or violent crime charge can carry serious consequences for your freedom, reputation, and future. These cases may involve assault and battery, aggravated assault, and other violent crime offenses throughout Anderson and South Carolina.
The allegations, available evidence, and circumstances surrounding an incident are important considerations when evaluating the charges and potential defense strategies.
Domestic violence charges can have consequences for your family, employment, and future, often involving sensitive personal circumstances alongside the criminal case.
Our firm represents individuals facing domestic violence charges in South Carolina, including first-, second-, and third-degree domestic violence and domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature.
A theft or property crime charge can affect your criminal record, employment, and future opportunities.
Chase Kinsey represents individuals facing shoplifting, burglary, and other property crime charges throughout the Upstate and South Carolina. He reviews the allegations, available evidence, and applicable law to evaluate the case and discuss potential defense strategies.
Gun charges in South Carolina can arise from a variety of circumstances, including unlawful firearm possession, carrying a firearm in a restricted location, or allegations involving the use of a gun during another crime.
If you’re facing a gun charge, understanding the allegations and potential consequences is an important first step. Chase Kinsey reviews the circumstances of your case, examines the available evidence, and explains your legal options so you can make informed decisions about how to move forward.
Facing criminal charges can leave you with questions about your rights, your future, and what comes next. Tell us about your situation, and we’ll take the time to listen, answer your questions, and discuss your legal options.
*Submitting a contact form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not submit confidential or time-sensitive information through this website.
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*This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws and court procedures may change. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship.
South Carolina classifies criminal offenses as misdemeanors and felonies, with different classifications and potential penalties established by state law. The classification of a particular offense depends on the statute defining that crime.
The South Carolina Code of Laws, Title 16, addresses the classification of many criminal offenses.
South Carolina law allows certain criminal charges and convictions to be expunged, but eligibility depends on the offense, case outcome, and other statutory requirements. Some charges that are dismissed or result in a not-guilty finding may qualify, while many convictions are not eligible.
The process depends on the charge and the court handling the case. In many General Sessions criminal cases, proceedings may include a bond hearing, a preliminary hearing when properly requested, indictment, and further court proceedings.
The South Carolina Judicial Branch provides an overview of criminal court proceedings, including preliminary hearings and the stages of a criminal trial.
A preliminary hearing is a court proceeding used in certain criminal cases to determine whether sufficient evidence exists to warrant the defendant’s detention and trial. Under Rule 2 of the South Carolina Rules of Criminal Procedure, a defendant charged with a crime not triable by a magistrate must receive notice of the right to request a preliminary hearing.
The rule also addresses the time for requesting and holding a hearing and the court’s probable-cause determination.