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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Life-Long Consequences of Criminal Conviction in North CarolinaYou’ll face the long-term consequences if you’re convicted of a crime in North Carolina. Here, our lawyers explain what these life-long ramifications are.
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Felonious Restraint Is a Serious Felony Offense With Harsh Penalties in North CarolinaFelonious restraint is a Class F felony in North Carolina. Find out what this crime is, the punishments if convicted, and how it differs from kidnapping.
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What Penalties Could You Face if You’re Charged With Hazing in Charlotte?Hazing is a misdemeanor offense in North Carolina. Find out when a student can be charged with this crime and the penalties they face if convicted.
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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.