What you should know about criminal drug charge defense

October 4, 2017

When facing criminal drug charges in Greenville, try not to get too upset. You cannot afford for your anger and …

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Ponzi schemes can result in jail time

September 28, 2017

Being involved in a Ponzi scheme in South Carolina can cause more trouble than losing all of one’s gambling money; …

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Concealed carry permits can lead to charges

September 3, 2017

South Carolina provides the right to carry a concealed weapon upon receiving the appropriate permit. However, mistakes happen, and some …

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Differences between Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes

August 15, 2017

Bernie Madoff is arguably the most infamous Ponzi schemer in recent memory. In 2015 alone, 61 more Ponzi schemes became uncovered, …

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Differences between assault, battery and aggravated assault

August 2, 2017

Assault and battery are serious crimes. There are various subdivisions for each type of crime. For instance, assault can constitute …

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Doctors: 3 ways medical billing fraud charges can come about

July 19, 2017

Medical identity theft can take a long time to come to light, and physicians are as much at risk as …

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The complexities of medical billing

July 11, 2017

If you are involved in a medical practice, you probably know billing can be a pain. There are a lot …

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4 elements of embezzlement

June 15, 2017

Embezzlement is an example of fraud, a white-collar crime which consists of a theft by a person who is responsible …

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Have you been accused of check fraud?

May 29, 2017

Computer technology has made check fraud schemes increasingly easy to pull off for criminals. For example, with desktop publishing, it …

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Push for mandatory minimum drug sentencing is back

May 3, 2017

To combat the so-called “war on drugs,” Congress passed severe sentencing laws in the 1980s and 1990s. Regardless of a …

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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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