Will the first DWI still be considered a first offense?

If the State can prove the prior DWI conviction from South Carolina during sentencing, that prior conviction will be a grossly aggravating factor...

Can the evidence be used against me?

As a general rule, a Miranda violation occurs when a Defendant is interrogated in State custody without being read his "Miranda rights". The remedy...

Do I need a waiver or not?

You may need a 212(h) waiver depending on the circumstances. In some circumstances, even charges that were dismissed and expunged may constitute a...

What are the chances of the charge getting dropped?

Regardless of how much the items are worth, this charge is a felony and a judge does not have an authority to dismiss this charge for a first...

Judges sometimes do grant PJCs for No Operators License ("NOL") charges. You can use one PJC to save insurance points per household every three...

What should I do to lessen the effects of this accident? Should I go to court?

DA's offices often reduce those types of charges upon completion of driving school and/or payment for the damages resulting from the accident.

How to get custody of a non-relative child?

You can file a Complaint for Third Party Child Custody. However keep in mind that, under the Peterson Presumption (Peterson v. Rogers, 337 N.C. 397...

How to quickly identify a quality criminal defense attorney to defend an A1 misdemeanor charge for child abuse?

I cannot endorse an attorney. Discuss the facts of the case with several attorneys in the area and retain the one you feel most comfortable...

Can a green card holder file for green card for a spouse.?

Yes. He can file Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative once you two are married. However, you cannot file for adjustment of status until the...

How can my husband seal or remove a dismissed charge off his criminal background?

Your husband can get this case expunged if he is eligible for an expungement pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat.. 15A-146. If he never had an expungement...