Criminal Defense Attorney in Charleston and Surrounding Areas

Charleston, Goose Creek, Summerville, Moncks Corner

You've been arrested, and now you need an attorney because you’re facing criminal charges. Perhaps you’re angry because you were mistreated or wrongfully accused. Or maybe you’re afraid because you simply just “messed up.” It happens. Wish as we might, we can’t change the past. However, the actions you take today can greatly impact tomorrow.

You are likely here because you are looking for a criminal defense attorney with the knowledge and experience to handle your case. After working in the Solicitor's office for 14 years and prosecuting for 8 of those years, criminal defense attorney Russell Hilton is armed with the experience to provide you quality representation.

Been arrested? Don't delay in hiring an attorney.

A timely investigation from a defense perspective can often make the difference in finding usable evidence or not. A criminal charge is initially nothing but a formal allegation against you, and the prosecution still has to prove guilt. The longer you wait to retain an attorney, the easier that task may become for law enforcement and the prosecution.

Criminal Defense attorney Russell D. Hilton represents defendants charged with all types of criminal offenses. Whether you need a defense attorney for a Magistrate Court charge or a defense attorney for a felony charge, call us today to schedule an appointment to review your case. There is no charge for a case review.

Our mission is simple: To provide quality representation for a reasonable fee. Whether you've been arrested in Charleston, Moncks Corner, Summerville, St. George, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Ridgeville or Goose Creek, call us so that we can begin advocating for you immediately.

Criminal defense attorney Russell Hilton has handled all types of criminal cases:

Assault and Battery of a High and Aggravated Nature
Attempted Murder
Assault and Battery 1st Degree
Assualt and Battery 2nd Degree
Assault and Battery 3rd Degree
Armed Robbery
Arson 1st
Arson 2nd
Arson 3rd
Assault upon a Correctional
Employee
AWIK
Breach of Peace (non-aggravated)
Breach of Trust < 1000
Breach of Trust > 1000 < 5000
Breach of Trust > 5000
Breaking into a Motor Vehicle
Burglary 1st
Burglary 2nd (Non-Violent)
Burglary 2nd (Violent)
Burglary 3rd
Carjacking w/o Injury
Carrying a Concealed Weapon (not a pistol)
CDV / Criminal Domestic Violence
CDVHAN
Child Endangerment (w/ motor vehicle)
Contraband (County/Municipal)
Contraband (SCDC)
Contributing to Delinquency of a Minor
Defrauding an Innkeeper
Felony DUI, Death results
Felony DUI, Great bodily injury results
DUI / Driving Under the Influence
DUS / Driving Under Suspension
Enticing Child from Attending School
Escape (Attempt)
Escape (Common Law)
Escape (Statutory)
Escape (from Work Release)
Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult
Failure to Register as Sex Offender
Failure to Return Rented Objects < 2000
Failure to Return Rented Objects > 2000 < 10000
Failure to Return Rented Objects > 10000
Financial Identity Fraud
Forgery (no dollar amount)
Forgery < 5000
Forgery > 5000
Fraudulent Check > 1000 – 1st offense
Financial Transaction Card Forgery
Financial Transaction Card Fraud
Financial Transaction Card Theft
Failure to Stop for a Blue Light
Grand Larceny > 2000 < 10000

Grand Larceny > 10000
Habitual Traffic Offender
Ill-Treatment of Animals
Indecent Exposure
Kidnapping
Leaving the scene of an Accident (great bodily injury)
Leaving the scene of an Accident (personal injury)
Leaving the scene of an Accident (property damage only)
Lynching 2nd degree
Malicious Injury to Personal Property < 2000
Malicious Injury to Personal Property > 2000 < 10000
Malicious Injury to Personal Property > 10000
Malicious Injury to Real Property < 2000
Malicious Injury to Real Property > 2000 < 10000
Malicious Injury to Real Property > 10000
Manslaughter
Murder
Obstruction of Justice
Obtaining Goods by False Pretenses < 2000
Obtaining Goods by False Pretenses > 2000 < 10000
Obtaining Goods by False Pretenses > 10000
Petty Larceny
Pointing or Presenting a Firearm
Possession of a Sawed off Shotgun
Possession of Pistol by Person Under 18
Possession of Stolen Vehicle < 2000
Possession of Stolen Vehicle > 2000 < 10000
Possession of Stolen Vehicle > 10000
Possession of Tools to be Used in Crime
Public Disorderly Conduct
Purse Snatching
Receiving Stolen Goods < 2000
Receiving Stolen Goods > 2000 < 10000
Receiving Stolen Goods > 10000
Reckless Driving
Reckless Homicide
Resisting Arrest (A) (w/o assault)
Resisting Arrest (B) (assault, beat, wound)
Shoplifting < 2000
Simple Assault
Simple Assault and Battery
Strong Arm Robbery
Third or Subsequent Property Offense
Threatening the Life of a Public Employee
Threatening the Life of a Public Official
Trespassing after Notice
Unlawful Carrying of a Pistol
Unlawful Conduct Towards a Child
Unlawful Possession of a Pistol
Unlawful Use of 911 Service
Use of Vehicle w/o Permission (intent to deprive)
Use of Vehicle w/o Permission (temporary)

(The above are some of the common offenses. Just because you don't
see it on the list doesn't mean we can't help you with your case.)

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“Amazing.”

Mr. Hilton was an excel lent lawyer that very well exceeded my expectations. He was very professional and made my first experience with an attorney very positive. Since day one, Mr. Hilton worked with me and updated me on my case. He is very straight forward, experienced, and confident in his abilities. I could not have asked for a better outcome at my court hearing. If I have any more legal needs I will definitely be contacting Mr. Hilton again and I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Tyler T - Client
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"Highest Recommendation"

Mr. Hilton was absolutely the most communicative lawyer I have encountered; we were always able to reach him with any of our concerns. His professionalism and understanding was beyond what I could ever hope for. He was able to present a great defense and free my husband and me from a false accusation that could have ruined our livelihood. I couldn't have asked for a better individual to be by our side at a very frightening time. He was trustworthy, compassionate, caring, informative, a wonderful down to earth lawyer that was able to be "tough" enough to get the right thing done. I give Mr. Hilton my highest recommendation and he will also be the first person I contact for any further needs.

Anonymous - Client
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