Articles Posted in Guns/Firearms

U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Ghost Gun Law Ghost guns have become a problem in the United States. Ghost guns may be utilized in crimes because they have no serial numbers, are not registered, and are virtually untraceable. Laws were enacted to prohibit ghost guns in an attempt to reduce or…

What are the Concealed Carry Laws in North Carolina? People in North Carolina are allowed to carry a firearm. Concealed carry is a term that applies to carrying a firearm in a way that is not visible to an ordinary observer. Concealment can be made in a number of ways.…

Firearms Laws and Gun Owner Rights in North Carolina The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution provides citizens with the right to keep and bear arms. This means that generally, adults are allowed to purchase and possess firearms as protection. Each state has various laws that pertain to the sale…

Can I Travel on an Airplane With a Firearm? Many citizens in North Carolina own at least one firearm. According to a report, about 46% of households in North Carolina had at least one gun. The number could be even higher. Often, people keep firearms for protection or for hunting.…

What to Do if Your Gun is Lost or Stolen When you own a firearm, it is important to be responsible. When you find that your gun is lost or stolen, you need to take steps to recover it and protect yourself against potential criminal liability. If someone else uses…

Gun Permits No Longer Required in North Carolina The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution gives citizens the right to bear arms. Many federal, state, and local laws are in place to govern gun ownership across the country. Recent legislation has removed the requirement for gun permits in North Carolina.…

Can I Carry a Gun in My Car? The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides all citizens with the right to bear arms. North Carolina has a gun ownership rate of 45.8%, which means that almost half the adults in the state own firearms. While it is your right…

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?”   The U.S. Constitution and amendments provide citizens with the right to bear arms. Although you generally have the right to own a gun, there are many federal and state laws that…

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I ever plead guilty to a charge?”   For millions of American citizens, owning a concealed carry weapon provides a measure of unparalleled security. However, if an individual is charged with a criminal offense and is found to be in possession…

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “The person that called the police doesn’t want to press charges, can I still be prosecuted?”   A violent incident can happen in a second. When a confrontation occurs, it can result in one or the other party suffering severe injuries or…