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Police search business, seize drugs and cash and arrest 3 men

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Police arrested three men on drug charges after conducting a search and seizure operation at a business in Greenwood County on May 6. A team of law enforcement agencies executed the search warrant at the building located at 900 Edgefield Street.

Drug, weapon and cash seizures

Information provided by the Greenwood County Sheriff’s Office detailed the items taken by law enforcement during the search. According to police reports, 8 pounds of marijuana were found in the building along with 133 grams of methamphetamine, 5 grams of powder cocaine and 2 grams of crack cocaine. Officers also collected a significant quantity of cash, three guns and six vehicles.

Coordinated police effort

The sheriff’s office collaborated with the Greenwood City Crime Suppression Unit, local police department and county SWAT team to complete the search. After the raid, the sheriff announced that local law enforcement did not tolerate narcotics distribution.

3 men awaiting criminal charges

Police officers took three men into custody after completing their search of the business. Specific information about their criminal charges has not yet become available.

Multiple criminal charges likely

Prosecutors typically apply as many criminal charges as they can possibly justify after the conclusion of a search and seizure operation. Cases involving a large quantity of drugs and weapons may also involve federal criminal charges. When you find yourself in a complicated and high stakes situation after a drug raid, you may want to learn about your rights before speaking with investigators or entering a plea in court. Criminal defense attorneys serve people confronted by the possibility of prison. An attorney knowledgeable about defenses for state and federal drug charges might provide you with unbiased recommendations about how to respond. Without legal advice, you may have to make decisions based only on what a prosecutor’s office tells you.

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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.

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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