Television and movies are full of dramatic courtroom scenes, criminal charges, and legal twists, but real life is quite different. 
In this post, we’re going to clear up some common misunderstandings about the criminal justice system and how it works in North Carolina.
We’ll explain why plea bargaining is often misunderstood and not just a way of admitting guilt.
National police reform is a topic at the forefront of American consciousness, causing significant shifts in our legal landscape.
There has been a public outcry regarding the need to address concerns about police misconduct, transparency, and accountability.
The Outer Banks Harley Davidson Bike Week is an annual gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the East Coast and beyond. Bike Week is scheduled for April 22nd through April 30th, 2023.
If you have been accused of an act of domestic violence on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, it’s important to know your rights and what you need to do next. 
Domestic violence charges can carry serious penalties, including jail time and a criminal record.
That’s why we think it’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer who can help protect your rights.
If you’ve been accused of committing a crime in North Carolina, the way the charge (the legal process) is instituted and a court 
date is set can make a big difference.
Generally speaking, a criminal summons is a document issued that orders a person to appear in court to answer charges of committing a crime.
A criminal summons may be issued for felony or misdemeanor charges or a criminal infraction; they tend to be used less frequently for felony charges.
If you are accused of fighting or engaging in a public affray in North Carolina, it is important to understand the potential 
consequences you may be facing.
These charges can result in significant penalties, including jail time and fines.
In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the criminal charges associated with fighting and public affray in North Carolina, as well as some tips on what to do if you are charged.
In a recent (August 2, 2022) published opinion by the North Carolina Court of Appeals, the Court again addresses the 
admissibility of 404(b) Character Evidence.
The State provided written notice of its intent to introduce evidence of prior conduct and “bad acts” and specific acts of conduct. Prior to trial, the Defendant objected to the admission of such Character Evidence, filing a Motion in Limine.
The Outer Banks is a great place to visit with its beautiful beaches, breathtaking views of the 
ocean, and plenty of activities. Visitors come from all over the world for their vacation on this pristine beach. But sometimes visitors can get in trouble while they are there.
In this article, we will discuss what you need to know about criminal charges on Federal Seashore beaches on the Outer Banks.
OBX defense lawyer Danny Glover is an experienced criminal lawyer who defends clients on the Outer Banks. He has extensive experience defending people with possession charges, DWI’s, assaults, and more.
Whether it’s a charge for assault with deadly weapon inflicting serious injury, simple assault, or even misdemeanor assault on a female, an “assault” is an essential element to such criminal 
allegations.
That means, for the State to prove someone guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, the prosecutor bears the burden of proof to show the person accused of criminal wrongdoing is guilty of the underlying crime of criminal assault.
The Doctrine of Recent Possession in North Carolina can be a bit confusing. Generally, it refers to the 
possession of recently stolen property.
Historically, in the United States, such possession and the “doctrine” may prove relevant to determining the mens rea or the “evil mind.” It is an inference of guilt, proving criminal conduct.
Sometimes people charged with a crime are caught “red-handed.” Other times, allegations of criminal wrongdoing may be supported by what defense lawyers may refer to as circumstantial evidence.
North Carolina Criminal Law Updates
