Criminal Defense Practice Areas
Felonies
Felonies are the most serious charges in which you can be charged. Being convicted of a felony can carry serious, lifelong repercussions including the possibility of life in jail or the death penalty. Securing an experienced criminal attorney is crucial in developing your defense. We have experience in handling all classes of felony charges to verdict
Misdemeanors
Misdemeanors are not as serious as a felony, however, if convicted, it will show up on your permanent record and you may be faced with having to disclose your charges to a potential employer. Hiring an attorney to help you know and understand your rights can improve your chances of reducing or even dismissing your charges altogether.
DUI/DWI
In North Carolina, DWI charges could lead to high fines and court costs, license suspension or revocation, community service, higher car insurance rates, and in some cases even mandatory jail time. In some instances, a DUI/DWI could be a felony. A competent criminal lawyer can help make the difference between a Level 3 and Level 5 DUI.
Traffic Violations
Traffic violations often are seen as something you just “pay off” and move on with your life. However, paying them off can often result in higher insurance premiums that could far outweight the cost of having an attorney handle it. Whether it is your first ticket or you’re a vetran at moving violations, we can help.,
License Suspension
Getting your license back can be a cumbersome process. The steps to getting your license back vary depending on the reason they were suspended. You may have to complete a drivers education class or go to court. We know the process thoroughly. Let us help you navigate through the steps of regaining your license.
DMV Hearings
A DVM hearing is much like a typical courtroom hearing but not used to establish guilt or innocence. It is an administrative process to present testimony and evidence surrounding the events of an arrest. Having representation to help your defense could make the difference between keeping or losing your license.
Sex Offenses
Getting your license back can be a cumbersome process. The steps to getting your license back vary depending on the reason they were suspended. You may have to complete a drivers education class or go to court. We know the process thoroughly. Let us help you navigate through the steps of regaining your license.
Domestic Violence
If you find yourself in the crosshairs of either a domestic violence claim or you are the victim of domestic violence, we are committed to fighting to protect you during this delicate and often frightening time. Nobody should feel unsafe with their partner. Let us help you navigate your domestic issue, safe and aggressively.
Drug Crimes
Drug crimes involve the illegal possession, distribution, manufacture, or trafficking of controlled substances, including narcotics and illicit drugs. Offenses in this category may lead to legal consequences such as fines, imprisonment, or rehabilitation programs, as they aim to address the unlawful involvement with controlled substances.
Violent Crimes
Violent crimes involve intentional acts that cause harm or threat of harm to individuals, encompassing offenses such as assault, robbery, homicide, and sexual assault. These crimes typically result in physical injury, psychological trauma, or the loss of life, and they are considered serious offenses under the criminal justice system.
Burglary
Burglary is typically associated with theft and unlawful entering. There are four types of burglary charges and most of them are felonies. Burglary is defined as (N.C.G.S. 14-51) as unlawfully breaking into a person’s dwelling with the intent to commit a crime.
Robbery
Robbery is the act of unlawfully taking personal property from the presence or person of another through the use of force or threat of force. It is a serious felony offense punishable by imprisonment and other penalties.
Bond Hearing
A Bond Hearing is when a North Carolina judge sets the conditions and bond amount, for a defendants pre-trial release. So long as the conditions and bond amount are met, the defendant can be released from jail.
Expungement
An expungement is a process that seals or erases a charge or conviction from your record.A resuest for an expungement is not just for someone wanting a felony or misdemeanor removed from their record. Expungements are also for people charged or arrested for a crime but ultimately never convicted, yet, the charge will remain on your record.
Juvenile Crimes
By law in North Carolina, a juvenile is defined at a person under the age of 18 who is not married, emancipated, or in the military. Under certain circumstances, a juvenile can be charged as an adult depending on the age and crime,. For example, juveniles are charged as an adult for motor vehicle offense, such as a speeding violation.
Probation
Probation could keep you out of jail as long as all conditions are met. Sometimes conditions are not met, thus, resulting in violation of probation. Probation violation is a serious matter as probation doesn’t simply serve the person on probation, but serves the public in the same manner it would if one were serving time in jail