Being charged with a crime can be a serious and life-changing event. For those facing charges, it is important not only to retain effective representation, but also to fully understand what to expect from the legal process. Here, our lawyers share helpful blog posts that explore a number of relevant criminal defense topics, including specific local law, your rights, possible outcomes, and much more.
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Search Warrants: When the Police Must Have a Warrant and When They Can Conduct a Warrantless SearchIn North Carolina, the police must have a search warrant to search your property or you in most cases. Here, learn when they can conduct a warrantless search.
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What You Need to Know if Your Child Is Charged With Shoplifting in CharlotteWas your child charged with shoplifting in North Carolina? Here’s how to protect their rights and ensure they achieve the best outcome in their criminal case.
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Robbery With a Dangerous Weapon Is a Serious Felony in North CarolinaArmed robbery is a more serious offense than common law robbery in North Carolina. Learn the penalties you face if convicted and when they can be enhanced.
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Kidnapping Crimes and Penalties in North CarolinaKidnapping is a serious felony in North Carolina. Here, we explain the two degrees of kidnapping offenses and the penalties for each crime.
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How to Get Firearm Rights Restored After a Felony Conviction in North CarolinaIf you lost your firearm rights due to a felony conviction in North Carolina, you might be able to get your rights restored. Learn what options may help you.
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What You Need to Know About North Carolina’s Stand Your Ground LawYou may be able to yourself or others by using deadly force under North Carolina’s stand your ground law. Here’s what you need to know about this law.
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Extortion, Bribery, and Blackmail Are Different Offenses With Stiff Penalties in North CarolinaExtortion, bribery, and blackmail are separate offenses in North Carolina. Find out how these crimes differ and the punishments for each after conviction.
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Top Six Mistakes Police Make When Conducting Criminal InvestigationsThe police may have made mistakes in your criminal investigation. Find out the top errors they may have made that you can use to fight the charges you face.
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Indecent Exposure Can Be a Misdemeanor or Felony in North CarolinaIndecent exposure can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in North Carolina. Find out the penalties you face if convicted and how our attorneys can help you.
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Six Ways a Lawyer Can Assist You During a Pre-Arrest Criminal InvestigationAre you the subject of a pre-arrest criminal investigation? Learn six ways an experienced criminal defense lawyer can help defend you prior to your arrest.
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Will You Be Required to Register as a Sex Offender in North Carolina?You may have to register on the NC Sex Offender Registry if convicted of certain crimes. Find out how long you have to register and the rules you must follow.
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When Could Your Vehicle Be Seized If You’re Charged With Speeding to Elude Arrest?If you are charged with speeding to elude arrest, the police may seize your vehicle. Find out when they can do this and what happens to it once it’s taken.