Great question! The interplay between the courts and the DMV when it comes to suppression of BAC and interlock can get really complicated, but if...

If I speak to a DA prior to my court date could I get my charges thrown out?

Probably not. As a practical matter, most prosecutors are not willing to talk to defendants outside of court, so they will tell you to show up on...

What was probable cause for my arrest warrant/booking?

This scenario is not uncommon, where one side is able to get a warrant issued and the other side not because the magistrate feels it is simply...

What if cops came into my house looking for someone and went thru my dresser drawer and found marijuana

Search and seizure questions like this one can be tricky, because the details of exactly what happened and what was said and when matter a lot. On...

How long does it take for a appeal to be put on the calendar?

When he appealed the case, the sentence imposed by the district court judge was wiped out pending the outcome of the appeal. Instead, he is...

My brother was sentenced 9 months for a felony charge in nc..how long will he actually be in prison?

Felony sentences in NC are actually given in ranges, so his sentence can't simply be 9 months, but rather would be something like 9-20 months. If...

Can I be charged with larceny if I find a wedding ring at a gym and I keep it?

Finding lost property is not larceny, at least under the letter of the law. But I see lots of cases where people find property at restaurants and...

If I have an employee that is on probation is it required in the state of Nc to tell us?

No, there is no requirement that probation or the State seek out employers or others who might have an interest that a person is on probation. ...

What would be the punishment for having drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana under half oz

Those are both Class 3 misdemeanors, meaning that in most cases you would be looking at a fine plus court costs (totaling up to roughly $300 in...

Should I get a lawyer for a possession of drug paraphernalia and possession under half oz?

I would suggest that you at least consult with a defense attorney prior to your court date, as they can go over the facts of your case and your...