Understanding how many criminal appeals can be made

March 31, 2020

Criminal defense in South Carolina is not limited to the trial. After the trial has been completed, criminal appeals might …

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Murder suspect apprehended in Beaufort County

March 19, 2020

A South Carolina man being sought in connection with a night club shooting on Jan. 12 has been apprehended in …

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Factors that influence the degree of assault and battery charges

March 19, 2020

Although every state has slight variations in the language they use, the charges they bring against people and the specific …

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Woman sentenced in college admissions case

March 6, 2020

Some South Carolina residents may have heard about the college admissions scandal in which a number of wealthy parents conspired …

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13 arrests in drug raids

February 25, 2020

Thirteen people in South Carolina are facing drug charges after a series of raids that took place over a two-day …

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South Carolina man charged with online enticement

February 7, 2020

A South Carolina man has been accused of posing as an adolescent boy in order to engage in an obscene …

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South Carolina woman sentenced for poisoning her husband

January 21, 2020

A 53-year-old South Carolina woman was sentenced to spend 25 years in prison on Jan. 16 after pleading guilty to …

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When does a tip become insider trading?

January 14, 2020

Investing in the stock market is always a risk. The market changes from day to day. If you follow the …

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Understanding embezzlement charges

January 8, 2020

You may have seen movies where a slick financier uses his skill and charm to embezzle money from an employer …

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Man accused of kidnapping and beating women

January 6, 2020

A 25-year-old South Carolina man was accused of kidnapping two women on two separate occasions. The first charge was filed …

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need a lawyer?

If you have been charged with a crime, arrested, or under investigation then you need a lawyer.

When you’re charged with a crime, there may be potential penalties that you’re not aware of. But there are ways to defend against the charges, too. Your lawyer can strategize for your case. They can represent you in court and to the prosecutor, putting their expertise to work for you.

Even if the charges don’t seem significant now, they may affect you in the future. Your lawyer defends your freedom and your best interests. If you’re facing a criminal charge or police investigation, contact a criminal defense lawyer.

What steps should I take immediately to protect my rights?

If you’re arrested or charged with a crime, be polite – but don’t consent to any search. Politely say that you refuse to answer any questions. Don’t resist the law enforcement officer.

Exercise your right to remain silent. This includes law enforcement officers before and after the arrest. It also means not talking to others at the police station, your friends, extended family, and social media. The things you say can be used against you.

Ask to contact your lawyer. Then call us right away. We can represent you at your next court hearing. Save everything that you think may be relevant to the case.

How long will my case take?

Every case has a different timeline depending on the severity and facts of the case. Some criminal charges can be resolved in just a few weeks. Others can take several months.

As your lawyer, William G. Yarborough will help you balance the various factors. It can take time to build defenses and/or negotiate a favorable plea agreement. It may be worth it to wait to go to trial. Other times, it’s best to take a plea deal.

What’s right for you depends on multiple factors. Attorney Yarborough can advise you on what he thinks is your best course of action.

Will my case go to trial?

There may be non-trial options available to you. You may secure a plea bargain or a pre-trial case diversion. Sometimes, preliminary motions can result in charges being dismissed.

However, you always have the right to a trial. In a trial, the prosecutor must prove the charges against you beyond a reasonable doubt.

Most cases don’t end up going to trial. But what matters is your case. Attorney Yarborough will work with you on a personalized case plan that reflects your interests and goals.

If your case does go to trial, Attorney William G. Yarborough is prepared to aggressively defend you in court.

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