by Gilles Law | Oct 15, 2019 | Blog Posts, NC Criminal Defense
Fake identification in North Carolina – We all know that it is common for people under 21 to use fake identification in order to get into bars or buy alcohol. However, underage drinking isn’t the only crime in this circumstance. Possessing a fake ID is illegal under...
by Gilles Law | Oct 11, 2019 | Blog Posts, DWI, NC Criminal Defense
Charlotte DWI Attorney – A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge can be a scary experience. There is a lot to consider, a lot to know, and a lot of steps in the process. One of the first things anyone charged with DWI should do is hire a DWI attorney. Win or...
by Gilles Law | Sep 24, 2019 | Blog Posts, NC Criminal Defense
Aggravating factors in NC felony sentencing – In North Carolina, felony sentencing is determined by structured sentencing guidelines. To determine which cell a person’s sentencing range falls into, courts consider applicable criminal convictions, mitigating...
by Gilles Law | Sep 9, 2019 | Blog Posts, NC Criminal Defense, NC Traffic
For some reason when people meet criminal defense attorneys, they like to say something to the effect of “well, I’m sure I’ll never need you.” What they forget is that most people get a speeding ticket at some point in their lives. What many don’t know is that...
by Gilles Law | Sep 6, 2019 | Blog Posts, DWI, NC Criminal Defense, NC Traffic
Is it illegal to refuse to sign a citation or a traffic ticket in North Carolina? Often, when a person is cited for a traffic violation in North Carolina, the law enforcement officer issuing the citation requests that the driver sign the citation. This blog discusses...
by Gilles Law | Aug 30, 2019 | Blog Posts, NC Criminal Defense, SC Criminal Defense
Criminal appeal – In a criminal case, a finding of guilty by the jury may not be the end of things. Defendants may always put in a notice of appeal upon a finding of guilty. Keep in mind, however, that this is not a get out of jail free card – the appeal...
