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When does arson become a federal offense?

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When does arson become a federal offense?

Arson is a crime involving the intentional burning of property intending to cause damage. It’s also considered one of the …

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Is it a crime to vandalize and destroy mailboxes?

While things like instant messaging and email exist, people continue to use the mail to send physical letters and documents …

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Swatting is a deadly crime with severe consequences

Pranks can be good fun if they don’t end with someone hurt. But some malicious pranks have crossed the line …

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What are the laws against racketeering?

Racketeering is a term often used for organized criminal enterprises that take illegal measures to operate. Both federal and state …

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What can you expect from a federal criminal trial?

If you face one or more federal charges in South Carolina, then you will go through a federal criminal trial. …

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What happens when you get a federal indictment in South Carolina

When a federal prosecutor has reason to believe you have committed a crime in South Carolina, they will conduct their …

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Shrewd or fraudulent? The line between tax avoidance and evasion

It is natural to try to minimize your tax liability. Structuring your finances to reduce your taxes is a perfectly …

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What does it mean to be federally indicted?

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

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The federal criminal justice process

The federal criminal justice system consists of several organizational units. All are built on the function of detecting, investigating and …

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Federal penalties for weapons violations in South Carolina

If you are found in unlawful possession of a deadly weapon in South Carolina, the court can charge you under …

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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.

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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.

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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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