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The Consequences of DWI Convictions in North Carolina

Today we’re going to talk about the consequences of DWI convictions. In North Carolina, typically DWIs are treated as misdemeanors and you face all the consequences of any misdemeanor such
which convictions can never be expunged

Which Convictions Can Never be Expunged?

Generally, if a person is otherwise eligible for an expunction, they can get certain nonviolent low-level felony and misdemeanor one-time convictions expunged after the relevant waiting period (5 years for
expunctions and sentencing in NC

Expunctions and Sentencing Points in North Carolina

Expunctions and sentencing points in North Carolina – As criminal defense attorneys we get calls daily about a wide range of topics that people have a question about. Two of
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Assault and Battery in South Carolina

Assault and battery in South Carolina – Criminal law tends to be very specific to the state where the crime is alleged to have happened. This means that definition of
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Aggravating Factors in North Carolina DWI Sentencing Law

Aggravating factors in North Carolina DWI sentencing law – Typically, misdemeanors in North Carolina follow the North Carolina misdemeanor sentencing guidelines.  Driving while impaired (DWI) however, is different in that
Rock Hill Criminal Charges

Criminal Charges in Rock Hill

Criminal Charges in Rock Hill, SC – One of the scariest moments in someone’s life is getting arrested or otherwise being charged with a crime for the first time.  Imagine
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Ignition Interlock Requirement After Some DWI Convictions

Ignition interlock Requirement After Some DWI Convictions – Being charged with Driving While Impaired (DWI) in North Carolina can be a complicated and stressful time.  Though DWI in North Carolina
accessory after the fact

Accessory After the Fact in North Carolina

Accessory after the fact in North Carolina – There are several ways that people can be charged with a crime.  Sure, most of the time is it because the government
accessory before the fact

Accessory Before the Fact in North Carolina

Accessory before the fact in North Carolina – There are several ways that people can be charged with a crime.  Sure, most of the time is it because the government
Open Container

Open Container Charge in North Carolina

An “open container” charge can be an infraction or a misdemeanor in North Carolina. Either way, it is illegal for a passenger or driver to transport an open container of
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Don’t tell the police more than you tell your criminal defense attorney

It is sounds simple, it sounds basic, and it sounds like it doesn’t need to be said but we are obviously writing this blog for a reason. Time and time
Common Domestic Offenses

Common Domestic Offenses in North Carolina

Common domestic offenses include a wide variety of misdemeanor and felony criminal charges. Almost all of these offenses can be non-domestic as well. When one of these common domestic offenses
should I hire a lawyer

Should I Bother to Hire a Lawyer?

Should I bother to hire a lawyer if I just want to plead guilty? – The answer to that question is yes.  When it comes to criminal matters, there is
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Animal Abuse in North Carolina

Animal Abuse – The country has seen many instances of animal abuse in recent years. One of the most famous cases involving animal abuse was with Michael Vick – former
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Use of a vehicle without permission in South Carolina

Use of a vehicle without permission in South Carolina – Most crimes fall under a few basic categories such as theft crimes, homicide crimes, drug crimes and a wide variety
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Suppressing Evidence in a Criminal Trial

Suppressing evidence in a criminal trial – Being charged with a crime is one of the scariest experiences one can imagine and people often feel lost, and don’t know what
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Charges versus Convictions – I’ve been charged with a crime, is it over for me?

Often, we get calls from potential clients who have been charged with a crime and of course they tend to be worried.  “I have been charged with a crime, so
prison sentencing

Prison Sentencing – How much time I will actually spend in prison?

Prison sentencing in North Carolina can be very confusing to many people.  This is understandable since it is a complicated topic that requires some training to understand.  North Carolina felony
possession of alcohol by minor

Possession of Alcohol by a Minor (and Related Offenses)

Possession of alcohol by a minor in NC – Most people would like to go through their entire life without being charged with a crime.  Though this is a reasonable
registered sex offender

Consequences of Being a Registered Sex Offender in South Carolina

No matter what you may or may not have done, you are innocent of a crime until proven guilty and the government has the burden to prove you guilty beyond

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