Charlotte Criminal Defense Law Blog
Addiction could contribute to domestic violence arrest
Most North Carolina residents cannot predict where life will take them. They may have goals or dreams in mind, but it is not uncommon for something to derail those plans. As a result, a person could end up in a situation that he or she never predicted, such as being...
North Carolina men facing drug charges after traffic stop
When criminal accusations come against a person, it is important that he or she remain levelheaded. It is possible for panic to make bad ideas seems like good ideas in the moment. Remaining calm could better ensure that logical steps are taken to address drug charges...
Driver charged with DWI after fatal crash
It can sometimes be difficult to judge when one has had too much to drink. In some cases, individuals’ could be legally intoxicated, but they may feel fine. Unfortunately, this false confidence could result in their getting behind the wheel of a vehicle and later...
Political operator indicted for Social Security fraud
The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina announced on April 21 that a 64-year-old man who was recently embroiled in an election scandal has been indicted on multiple charges connected to Social Security fraud. A federal grand jury issued...
Accusations of fraud made against couple
Being accused of a crime can come as a shock. Some people may feel as if these allegations came out of nowhere and may wonder where they will lead. Unfortunately, serious criminal charges for fraud or other financial crimes can easily have serious consequences in the...
Woman facing drug charges after traffic stop
When facing a difficult situation, it is easy to focus on all the ways it can go wrong. For example, when authorities bring drug charges against a person, that individual may start thinking about the consequences, conviction, jail time or other negative repercussions...
Citations, charges for traffic violations stem from chase
Though many drivers do not think twice about going slightly over the speed limit, there is always a chance that an officer may see that action and conduct a traffic stop. Tickets for speeding are not uncommon, but if a driver attempts to avoid getting a ticket by...
Man facing DWI, other charges after fatal crash
When facing a criminal charge, anyone may feel confused and uncertain about what is ahead. In some cases, a serious accident could have occurred that led authorities to suspect that a driver was under the influence and that criminal charges may be warranted in...
Union official sentenced for embezzlement
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina announced on Feb. 26 that a 46-year-old Fayetteville man who served as the secretary and treasurer of a local union between 2011 and 2015 has been sentenced to spend six months in a federal prison...
Police crackdown leads to drug charges for 3 individuals
When police departments implement operations in efforts to boost control over certain illegal activities, it can mean that more people are at risk of arrest. When officers are focused on a particular area or a particular crime, anyone who seems suspicious could end up...
