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Can a Jury Being Instructed on Collateral Damage of a Conviction?

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?”   One of the fundamental principles of the criminal justice system in the United States is the right to have a trial by a jury of your peers. With any…

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Self-Defense, Intent, and Duty to Retreat in North Carolina

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?”   Being in a situation fearing for your life and/or safety is not a place many people want to be. Anyone who has been in that situation will tell you…

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The Importance of Proper Jury Instructions

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I ever plead guilty to a charge?”   A fundamental part of the United States court systems is the right for the accused to have a trial by a jury of their peers. However, included in this right is the inherent…

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