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…
It’s a frightening time to be an illegal immigrant in the U.S. In the first eight months of President Trump’s presidency, there was a 42% increase in arrests of illegal immigrants. And unfortunately, that’s just one of the terrifying illegal immigration facts. If you’re an illegal immigrant living in northeastern North…
I Made Some Mistakes in the Past: What Can I Do? How Do I Clean Up My Criminal Record? Expungements I am frequently asked by people to help “get something off” of their criminal record. One of several tools that I can use to help with that is an expunction,…
License Restoration Issues in North Carolina. What Are the Fees Associated with DMV? How Do You Get a License You should NOT just pay off old tickets. That can make a bad situation worse – Danny Glover The Difference Between a Revocation and Suspension in North Carolina Suspension relates to…
Commercial Drivers License and Impaired Driving Laws. Are They Different? What are the Consequences? What Happens to my CDL with a DWI? What Causes the Suspension? Does the Breath or Blood Test Matter? How are CDL different? What Happens if I was in My Personal Vehicle? How Long is the…