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How police are guarding against inaccurate identifications

Scholarly work has suggested that people in South Carolina and elsewhere can make errors when picking a person out of …

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Supreme Court rules police need warrant to access CSLI

On June 22, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that law enforcement agencies must generally obtain a warrant before accessing someone’s …

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Subset of drivers most likely to drive dangerously

According to an estimate from the National Safety Council, there were more than 40,000 traffic deaths in 2017. Furthermore, 36 …

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Woman faces felony DUI charges after deadly crash

A 38-year-old South Carolina woman is facing multiple counts of felony DUI following a car crash that killed two people …

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Unauthorized drivers of rental cars have privacy rights

Some people in South Carolina allow their friends or family members to drive rental cars for which they are not …

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How simple mistakes may be viewed as criminal acts

As the federal income tax deadline has passed, you may not be feeling the pressure filing for an extension if …

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False information, misrepresentation and securities fraud charges

Securities fraud occurs when information used by investors to make decisions is misrepresented by an individual or an entity. The …

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Mail versus wire: Understanding fraud charges and penalties

Fraud is defined as wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain for the deceiver. Fraudulent …

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The law and facial recognition software

Most people are familiar with Facebook’s facial recognition software. When a friend uploads a picture, it’s common for Facebook to …

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Opioid epidemic leading to racketeering charges

The rise of the opioid epidemic has resulted in racketeering charges for pharmaceutical companies and physicians. Recently a Rhode Island …

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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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If you need experienced criminal defense, do not hesitate to contact William G. Yarborough Attorney at Law. Call 864-808-6871 or complete the online contact form to schedule your free initial consultation.

I offer structured fee arrangements with negotiable fees based on your charge. My office is conveniently located in downtown Greenville.

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