Criminal Defense

When a witness testifies about what happened during a crime or picks a suspect out of a lineup, there are a lot of factors that influence the decisions that they make. One of the biggest factors is whether or not they saw a weapon during the event. By comparing those...

There's a knock at the door, and you see the police standing outside. Whether it's a couple of officers in blue standing there or a pair of detectives in suits, you need to know how to protect yourself.Here are some things that you should keep in mind about your...

You know that having a criminal record can impact your ability to find employment. Many companies run background checks. Some will not hire you if you have a record, especially if it's a felony. While others may technically be open to hiring you, the criminal record...

In North Carolina, the words expungement and expunction are used interchangeably. Both terms refer to a process by which an individual previously convicted of a crime may ask the court to remove their conviction, charges or arrest from their record. There are various...

Stereotyping is never wise, especially when it comes to criminal activity. It's not fair to any group. Police officers especially need to avoid it so that they do not target innocent people based on some inherent trait.That said, statistics can tell us who tends to...

Don't believe that eyewitness just because they seem sincere. They may very well be completely wrong about what they think they saw. Does it sound outlandish? It often does to the jury. If you get accused of a crime, an eyewitness says they saw you there, and you...

When faced with a criminal charge in Bolivia, North Carolina it is important to hire a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Why? There are a number of reasons, all of which help move the case towards a favorable outcome for you.Below, you will find a list of...

The North Carolina Controlled Substances Act describes how marijuana is considered to be a Schedule VI substance in the state. Although the possession of this illicit drug isn't punished as seriously as more addictive ones such as heroin or cocaine, conviction is...

As summer approaches, many parents are looking for things to keep their kids occupied and out of trouble. One issue that even parents of kids who are relatively problem-free find themselves dealing with is stealing. When young children take things from stores, they...

There's no question about it: The opioid crisis has touched every corner of the country, and North Carolina is no exception.But, does it really make sense to punish addicts as harshly as possible? Wouldn't it make more sense to treat the addiction -- which many...