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Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Here’s how a criminal conviction could affect your life
Are you nervous about being charged with a criminal offense? If so, then you need to fully understand what’s at stake and how best to defend yourself. Those who fail to recognize the severity of the situation can end up accepting a plea deal that…
Why should I take a traffic ticket seriously?
Many people in North Carolina might see traffic tickets as more of nuisance than anything else. On the one hand, no one in the Charlotte area wants to pay a fine and face the possibility of a mandatory defensive driving class and several years of…
North Carolina crime rate higher than U.S. average
This blog often discusses crime throughout our area and the importance of strong criminal defenses for those accused of those crimes. While it may seem like people are accused of criminal activities excessively in North Carolina and Charlotte, generally, as it turns out, it is…
Local police officer charged with assault after domestic incident
In Charlotte and across North Carolina, a domestic incident can happen to anyone and result in an arrest. This includes people in law enforcement. In addition, it is not restricted by gender. Although the overwhelming percentage of domestic violence cases have women being victimized, they…
Bartender accused selling alcohol to already intoxicated patron
Most adult residents of Charlotte are aware of the criminal penalties that may attach to driving a vehicle while drunk. What is less well known are the penalties that can be enforced against someone who serves an alcoholic beverage to someone who is obviously intoxicated.…
Do you have to submit to a breath test if asked to by police?
You may have had a drink or two at happy hour after work, or perhaps you shared a bottle of wine at dinner at a restaurant, and then drove home. However, while on your drive you may dread to see red-and-blue lights flashing in your…
Don’t let unreliable witness testimony lead to your conviction
Witness testimony is an important factor in every criminal case. If the prosecution’s witnesses are likely to provide powerful testimony, then a defendant may be more likely to accept a plea deal. If the defendant doesn’t, then the prosecution might like its chances of obtaining…
What defense options exist to charges of assault?
All criminal charges are serious and should be treated with attention and care. When a Charlotte resident finds themselves in the difficult position of facing assault charges, they should know that they have rights and options for protecting their legal interests. One of the first…
Defending against DWI charges in North Carolina
Facing a possible criminal conviction for a DWI in North Carolina can be overwhelming, particularly if it is the first time you have been arrested. A criminal defense attorney in your area can review your case and prepare a defense strategy to reduce your sentence…
What happens at the first court hearing after charges are filed?
Many Charlotte area residents have found themselves on the other side of the law. Unfortunately, facing a criminal charge can be a serious matter and there are many complexities. If a person has been arrested for a crime, they may be confused by the process…
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