Is there a fine for a moving violation ticket ?

The answer to this questions greatly depends on the individual facts of your case and the county in which you are charged. It may be worth speaking...

I am 19 years old and got caught stealing from wal mart. the police were called and i was given a court date..what should i do ?

It is imperative that you either hire an attorney or have the court appoint you an attorney on the date of your first court date. A local attorney...

What do i do

Buncombe County is one of the counties in North Carolina that has a public defender's office. The clerk's office should be able to provide you...

Can I get an expungement if my felony was from 2007? I have never been in trouble prior or AFTER that.

North Carolina's expungement statutes are very limited, especially for felonies. Contact a North Carolina licensed attorney in order to determine...

What does the terms "sentence enhancement" and "punishment" mean in reference to habitual felon status before 2011 re visioning?

Being an habitual felon is a “status.” It is not equivalent to a criminal conviction. Instead, a defendant’s habitual felon status subjects him to...

I am charged with breaking and enteing in daylight. I did not break a window , no weapon no one dwelled there.

Agreed, you should listen to the PD's analysis as to what defenses you do or do not have. Below is a link to a great blog article from the UNC...

Cant find my name on online court calender

Never ignore a court date. Missing a court date can result in an order for arrest and/or suspension of a driver's license. Too many people end up...

In NC, does Habitual Felon status change class of proceeding felony to a class C felony?

North Carolina recently passed a series of new laws known as the Justice Reinvestment Act. As part of that new law, the habitual felon statute was...

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North Carolina is one of two states in the U.S. where the age of majority is not 18, but is instead 16. Thus, a 16 year old charged with a crime...

I have a pre existing back condition, but it was aggravated from my job, Is this a workman's comp situation.

Back injuries are treated differently in North Carolina. Make sure that you consult an attorney as soon as possible. Time is always of the...