What does “propensity to commit a crime” mean and when is 404(b) “Character Evidence” admissible in a trial for criminal allegations? The Rules of Evidence affect the disposition of civil causes of action, such as tort claims for accidents and personal injury matters, as well as criminal charges in North…
A violation of a DVPO in North Carolina can carry serious consequences if you’re convicted. The North Carolina criminal laws classify such offenses as upper-level, more serious misdemeanors. Defense lawyers may refer to that as an A1 misdemeanor or an “aggravated misdemeanor.” It is separate and apart from a factor…
No one plans to get arrested for assault charges or spend the night (or more) in jail. Allegations of assault or “assault and battery” tend to be related to pre-existing tensions, hard feelings, and in some instances, the overconsumption of alcohol. That’s especially true when charges involve Domestic Violence issues.…
The North Carolina court system, like many other businesses on the Outer Banks, is taking precautions to avoid the transmission of the novel coronavirus. OBX lawyers and law firms, under the Governor’s Shelter in Place Order, are considered “essential.” “Criminal defense attorneys are officers of the court and an important…
It seems like the media can report on little else than the COVID 19 or “Coronavirus” as of late. While there are genuine concerns about how the virus will affect us, the ordinary flu is something lawyers who handle cases on the Outer Banks deal with every year. Continuances and…
If you have a Warrant for Arrest against you, we strongly recommend you retain an Outer Banks lawyer without delay. We can help explain the court system, what to expect, and the most appropriate way to proceed. While service of process of any Order for Arrest (OFA) or warrant might…
Driving While Impaired can serve as a “predicate offense” for serious felony charges including manslaughter, murder, and felony death by vehicle. Homicide and DWI fatality allegations merit careful consideration of the law, facts, and accident scene, given the possibility of long-term prison terms. When “drunk driving” results in the death…
“Don’t turn it into a federal case.” You’ve may have heard that saying, understanding it means making something more serious than it should be. An indictment and charges in federal court are actually very serious. Media reporting in Charlotte has left some to ask, “Is domestic violence a Federal Offense?”…
OBX criminal charges involving allegations of “domestic violence” are serious and often warrant legal representation by an experienced criminal lawyer. Given the possible consequences of a conviction for assault on a female, communicating threats, or a felony assault such as assault by strangulation, it is imperative to speak with a…
While no one ever tries to get pulled over by the police, it can happen. There has been an incredible increase in the number of news stories concerning police misconduct. You may feel compelled to record the police. It makes sense to want to protect yourself and your rights by…