Articles Posted in Criminal Defense

Misdemeanor Assault Charges in North Carolina Assault charges are serious and can result in severe consequences if you are convicted. Even misdemeanor assault is a crime that you need to vigorously fight. If found guilty, you could face penalties that include fines, community service, probation, and time behind bars, among…

What is the Difference Between a Manslaughter and Murder Charge? If you are facing manslaughter or murder charges you know that you could face serious consequences if you are found guilty. These are charges that you must take seriously because you could end up behind bars for a significant period…

Defending Against Juvenile Criminal Charges: What Parents Need to Know One of the most terrifying things to face as a parent is a phone call from the police stating that your child is in trouble. Parents want to do everything possible to help their children through this difficult experience and…

2025 Changes to DUI Hardship License Eligibility If you have been convicted of DUI, you know that it can have a profound negative impact on your life. One of the biggest problem areas is the loss of your driver’s license for a period of time. Without a license you will…

Signs of Intoxicated Drivers: Tips for Road Safety During the Holidays Many of us drive to and from holiday parties during the holiday season and are busy running errands. Unfortunately, during the holiday season, drunk driving can put other drivers at risk of being injured in a car accident. Drivers…

Loitering Charges in North Carolina When someone stays in a public space for too long without any reason, they may be accused of loitering. Generally, when someone is loitering, the police will ask them to leave. When a person remains in an area that does not allow loitering, they could…

What Happens to My Property if I Go to Jail? One of the serious punishments that may happen to you if you are convicted of a crime is spending time in jail. When you are incarcerated, you will no longer have the freedoms you previously enjoyed, and you no longer…

Fighting Credit Card Fraud Charges Misuse of credit cards may result in criminal charges. Credit card fraud may be either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the factors of the alleged crime. Any type of criminal charges are serious. If you have been accused or charged with credit card…

Investigation Finds Poor Conditions in Mecklenburg County Jails Nobody enjoys the experience of spending time in jail. When you are incarcerated, you do not expect to be treated like you are in a fancy hotel. But you also do not expect to be treated poorly or inhumanely. A recent investigation…

Restraining Orders A restraining order is a legal order that prohibits an individual from having contact with someone else. A restraining order may also be called a protective order or a no-contact order. A protective order may be temporary or permanent. Once in place, a violation of a protective order…