Assault charges can take many different forms from relatively minor allegations of simple assault, to more serious accusations of assault on a female, and assault with deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. The State carries the burden of proof for criminal charges. When involving allegations of an “assault,” one of the essential aspects…
Finding the right lawyer for your DWI charges If you have been charged with driving while impaired (DWI), it is important to know that there are many possible consequences. You may be facing jail time, fines and fees, license suspension or revocation of your driver’s license, community service hours, and…
Charlotte Criminal Court is once again experiencing a COVID -19 outbreak among courthouse personnel. It is unclear whether those infected with the Coronavirus include Courtroom Clerks, Sheriff’s Department Officials, prosecutors, and/or criminal defense lawyers in Charlotte. Some scheduled matters in Criminal Court in Charlotte (Mecklenburg County – the 26th Judicial…
Whether you call it DUI or DWI or even drunk driving, a conviction for impaired driving in North Carolina carries consequences. It’s normal for people to ask, “Can I get my DWI charges reduced or amended to something like reckless driving?” If you have questions about a pending charge or…
Under the rules of evidence in North Carolina, the Trier of Fact is responsible for listening to the testimony presented and deciding what happened. Determining the truth of a matter is essential to meting out justice. One would be remiss in failing to acknowledge the import and impact of an…
The North Carolina Court of Appeals, in the December 31, 2020 published opinion North Carolina v. Charles Stephens (State v. Stephens No. COA19-425), sets forth what is required for a Jury Instruction on Self Defense. In determining what evidence is sufficient, such that the Defendant is entitled to a jury…
It may seem a bit unusual for a Charlotte DWI lawyer to share an LYFT coupon code. If we can help limit the incidences of impaired driving, DWI-related fatalities, and felony criminal charges due to impaired driving (DUI / DWI), we’d prefer you to be safe-and-sound. Don’t take a chance…
Criminal defense lawyers in Charlotte, prosecutors, clerks of court, law enforcement, and the legal professionals associated with court operations in North Carolina are on the front lines helping people during trying times. The Chief District Judge in Mecklenburg County, the Honorable Elizabeth Trosch, advises Charlotte Lawyers she has contracted the…
Jury trials, at least for criminal defense lawyers and prosecutors, represent the apex of professional life. Prior to trial we review discovery, interview witnesses, and argue motions. We anticipate what may or may not be admissible. We prepare lines of questioning for direct and cross-examination, formulating in the process a…
Texting while driving in North Carolina is both very common and very illegal. NHTSA studies indicate “distracted driving” results in a substantial number of vehicle-related accidents and fatalities. Some highway safety experts believe texting while driving is as dangerous and possibly more dangerous than “drunk driving” given how common the…