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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Penalties You Could You Face If You’re Convicted of Assault by StrangulationIn North Carolina, assault by strangulation is a felony. Find out the elements of this crime, the potential penalties upon conviction, and how we can help.
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Violating the Concealed Carry Law in Charlotte Is a Criminal Offense With Serious PenaltiesYou must have a concealed weapon permit to carry a concealed firearm in North Carolina. Here, learn what the penalties are for violating this law.
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How Changes to North Carolina’s Expungement Laws May Help YouOn December 1, 2017, significant changes were made to North Carolina’s expungement laws. Will these changes help you expunge your criminal record?
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Top 10 Things Not to Do If You Have Been Charged With Committing a CrimeHave you been arrested? If so, there are essential things that you do not want to do—whether you are innocent or guilty—that could hurt your criminal defense.
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How the Post-Release Supervision Program Works in North CarolinaHow does parole work in North Carolina? Once you serve your minimum sentence, you may be released into the post-release supervision program.
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Sheyenne's Law: Punishments for Boating While Impaired to IncreasePenalties are increasing for offenses involving Boating While Impaired. If you have been charged with drunk boating, contact at Browning & Long.