SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) -- Former Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright has agreed to plead guilty to three federal charges as of Wednesday, September 25, 2025.

The charges are listed as: • Count 1: Conspiracy to commit theft concerning programs receiving federal funds • Count 2: Wire fraud conspiracy • Count 3: Obtaining controlled substances by misrepresentation

Despite Wright agreeing to plead guilty, it could be months before a judge decides his sentencing.

Former federal prosecutor Sloan Ellis said in situations like this, from a guilty plea to sentencing, it could be anywhere from 4 to 8 months before Wright hears his ruling.

"He will go into court to enter his guilty plea, there'll be a hearing where the judge advises him of his constitutional rights, and he waives thos

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