Age of consent in NC

The legal age of consent in North Carolina is 16. However, there are other laws that apply to persons under the age of 18 when involved with those...

Can charges be dropped for an assault charge

The ADA assigned to his case is not going to do anything with your fiance's case until his court date. You should consult with a local attorney...

To clarify, a petition for emancipation is a motion in court to allow a minor to be declared a legal adult. Once the court declares you...

Am i in trouble if a female that said she was 17 sent nude pics to my phone when i never asked for them. Later find out she 16

The sheriff's department investigator should have given you a name. If you have a question about whether or not he is legitimate, call the...

My son is currently an inmate and had to appear in court again. Can they change his sentence?

A "writ" is just a request to bring the prisoner back from the penitentiary to handle a legal matter. More information is needed before a full...

What is the best course of action if I know I am going to fail my first DT for probation for a misdemeanor harassment charge?

It has been my experience that when a person is put on supervised probation and given a drug test, that a first test that is positive is used a...

What happens to you if you violate probation for not fully paying your fines?

You need to contact a local defense attorney in Raleigh. Steven Immelman practices criminal law and will take good care of you. Since he didnt...

Can i serve prison time if i was a passenger in a stolen vehicle but fidnt know it was stolen

You need to speak to an experienced criminal law attorney. You are facing a serious charge and need legal advice.

It sounds like you got very lucky. I would suggest contacting a bondsman and have them on standby when you have the warrant served. If you turn...

I retained an attorney and he was just arrested for felony drug possession. I can't get a response now. My trial is Feb.

You could ask for a court appointed attorney. You would need to fill out an affidavit of indigency and explain to the court what happened to your...