All speeding tickets are tried in criminal court in North Carolina. Some minor speeding tickets are infractions while more serious speeding tickets...

Is it important to have a lawyer during pretrial in superior court; to plead not guilty for a DWI?

I would definitely get a lawyer who specializes in DWI cases. DWIs have numerous evidentiary nuances, procedural issues, and constitutional issues.

What is sentencing like for misdemeanor larceny in North Carolina?

If you are a first offender, you are facing a fine, court costs, and probation upon activation of judgment. You may be able to negotiate with the...

Is some way how just pay some charge and dont have to go to court? I had less than 1/2ounce marijuana..

If you do not have a significant criminal history, you will be sentenced to a fine and court costs. However, you will have to appear in court on...

It varies greatly among attorneys. If you cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint you one.

The NC Office of Indigent Defense Services may be able to assist. In what way was the counsel's performance deficient?

How do I report a 4 month old drunk driving accident a friend had.

You can contact a law enforcement or prosecutorial agency that has jurisdiction over the criminal activity.

Petition my step mom

You must be a United States citizen parent to petition a step parent. Normally, a step-relationship terminates when a marriage ends, especially...

My husbands attorney insisted he take the stand in his first degree murder trial.

Since it was his attorney's tactical decision, I doubt he would be able to reopen the case based on ineffective assistance of counsel. However,...

It depends whether the offense was related to a controlled substance prohibited under federal law. You would have to discuss this situation with an...