Horry County Man Released from Jail by Clerical Error, Quickly Rearrested

Oops! Horry County Man Released from Jail by Mistake

Hey Myrtle Beach! We’ve got a wild little story for you that highlights just how things can go awry in our legal system. Buckle up, because this isn’t your typical courtroom drama. On September 6th, 2024, news broke of a man named Ryan Taylor Schneider, who was recently sentenced for some pretty serious assault charges—but here’s the kicker: he was briefly released from jail due to a clerical error!

What Happened?

So here’s the scoop. Schneider, who’s 31, was originally convicted on multiple charges including assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, along with first-degree assault and battery and second-degree burglary after his arrest back on March 31. Sounds serious, right? He was set to face a total of three years in jail, but with two years suspended to allow for a chance at five years of probation.

But somehow, a judge wrote down the wrong info! Instead of a three-year sentence, the initial paperwork suggested a two-year sentence suspended to three years of probation. As a result, if Schneider had followed the rules, he wouldn’t have to serve any time in jail at all! The Horry County Clerk of Court’s Office, where all these documents get sorted, confirmed that it was indeed a simple mix-up from Judge David Caraker, who penned the sentencing details himself. A source from the clerk’s office, who wanted to stay anonymous, emphasized that it was a “simple error” that has since been corrected. Thank goodness for that!

A Quick Release and Quick Re-arrest

After the blunder, Schneider was out of the J. Reuben Long Detention Center on Tuesday—savoring the sweet taste of freedom, no doubt—but wait for it… he didn’t stay free for long! Just a day later, on Wednesday, he found himself back behind bars. Talk about a rollercoaster ride! As of now, he remains incarcerated.

More Trouble on the Horizon?

But that’s not all! Schneider was also in hot water last September when he was arrested for a first-degree assault and battery charge. So this guy certainly has a history, and it looks like he’s going to have to face the music once more. Everyone is waiting to see how this plays out now that he’s officially back in the detention center.

Let’s Hope for Better Days

Needless to say, **this incident serves as a wake-up call** for clerical accuracy in the court system. While mistakes can happen in any job, when it comes to law and order, we all hope it gets a bit more attention in the future. After all, the safety of our community relies on proper legal proceedings!

As of early Friday evening, there haven’t been any updates from Judge Caraker or others involved. We’ll be keeping our ears to the ground for any additional news on this case.

In the meantime, stay safe out there, Myrtle Beach! Keep an eye out for more updates, and let’s hope for a little less drama in the sunny months ahead!