Common procedures for a South Carolina appeal

May 27, 2022

Getting your appeal heard in South Carolina involves a number of procedures. While fairly routine, they can sometimes be complex. …

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How can the intent to distribute be established?

May 11, 2022

Being charged with drug possession in South Carolina may be only the start of your trouble. You may go on …

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Can convicted felons own guns?

April 27, 2022

Convicted felons in South Carolina often move on from their past mistakes and turn their lives around. However, having such …

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Identifying the pump and dump scheme

April 26, 2022

The pump and dump scheme is an attempt to defraud investors who are not familiar with stock pricing. They inflate …

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Steps for turning yourself into law enforcement

April 15, 2022

When you want to turn yourself in to the authorities, it’s not always as quick and straightforward as it seems. …

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A bit about due process

April 11, 2022

“Due process” is a term that we have all heard before. Many people know that it involves certain rights under …

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Embezzlement: What it is and how it’s punished

March 31, 2022

Embezzlement can affect any business in which two or more employees handle money, whether it’s a few hundred dollars or …

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What does it mean to be federally indicted?

March 18, 2022

Facing an indictment of any kind in South Carolina is cause for serious concern. This is the kind of position …

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What to know about South Caroline forgery law

March 3, 2022

Residents of Greenville and other nearby areas of South Carolina may want to learn more about laws regarding forgery as …

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What is involuntary manslaughter?

February 25, 2022

Prosecutors in South Carolina and around the country file manslaughter rather than murder charges against individuals accused of taking the …

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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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