I got caught shoplifting-concealment of goods; whats the punishment?

Shoplifting, it is a Class 3 Misdemeanor. The punishment for a Class 3 Misdemeanor for someone with no prior convictions is 1-10 days, which must...

Trying to find out what is the penalty for first time offenders for breaking an entering an larceny after breaking an entering

These are both Class H felonies. They are very serious offenses that can have long-term consequences. However, there also may be ways to avoid...

What is the realistic outcome of a serious case that has gone a long time w/o indictment? What are reasons for non-indictment?

In my experience, most cases that linger on for more than a year without indictment are weak cases that the District Attorney's office may consider...

Could I get a rear collision ticket appealed; G.S 20-141 (m)? If not then what are the costs if I plead guilty?

An attorney may be able to obtain a dismissal by producing sufficient evidence that your insurance will pay for any damage to the other vehicle....

How do I get rid of this shoplifting charge?

You do not want a shoplifting conviction - or even a charge - on your record. It will be worth the money to hire an attorney.

The terms are used interchangeably in N.C. The statute refers to "robbery with firearms or other dangerous weapons." Your son should hire an attorney.

Rights to remove the guardian of an incapacitated adult?

A Guardian of the Person has no authority to handle finances. If the ward has income and property, it seems that there should also be a guardian of...

A financial power of attorney appoints an agent to handle financial affairs. A health care power of attorney appoints an agent to make important...

Can a convicted felon be gven financial power of attorney in nc

Your question raises many issues that are too complicated to answer on a site like this. You or your children should contact an attorney as soon as...

My father is 88 and his mental capacity is limited. I am concerned because he lives in Rockingham, NC and I live in Garner, NC.

Your father can appoint an attorney in fact if he has capacity to do so. However, he is the one who chooses who to appoint, and he can change the...