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South Carolina Federal Trials
South Carolina Federal Trials
Being charged with one or more federal offenses in South Carolina means your case will be tried in federal court, rather than in state court. South Carolina federal trials follow different procedures than trials conducted by the state; additionally, federal trials often move forward more swiftly than state trials, meaning your attorney will have less time to prepare your defense. For these reasons, it’s essential to hire a criminal defense attorney who is skilled in the nuances of federal law, and experienced with the procedures of federal court. South Carolina Federal District Courts
South Carolina is located in the 4th Federal Circuit, which also includes North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. While the state was previously subdivided into East and West federal districts, since 1965 South Carolina has been consolidated into a single district, with federal courthouses located in the cities of Charleston, Florence, Columbia, Anderson, Aiken, Spartanburg, Greenville and Beaufort. A total of eighteen federal judges preside over cases in the District of South Carolina; these judges are appointed to lifetime terms by the President of the United States, and are confirmed by Congress. District Court decisions are appealed to the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, located in Richmond, Virginia. How Federal Trials Work in South Carolina
As with all federal cases, South Carolina federal trials begin with formal charges brought against the defendant by the U.S Attorney’s office.