Charlotte North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorneys

The attorneys in our firm represent clients primarily in Charlotte and the surrounding area. We also accept a limited number of cases in other parts of North Carolina, and, if necessary, we can represent clients in the federal courts of other states. Initial consultations are free, in person or by phone, so regardless of whether you need an attorney in Charlotte or some other area, feel free to contact us to schedule a consultation.

Our firm’s practice is divided between the firm’s partners, Kevin Barnett and Deke Falls. Kevin handles the firm’s state cases, and Deke concentrates his practice on federal matters. Both are experienced criminal defense attorneys who are well-known and respected in their fields. To schedule an appointment and discuss how we can help you, contact criminal defense attorneys at the law office of Barnett & Falls today.

State cases

Kevin has been a North Carolina criminal defense attorney for over 20 years, and in that time he has handled probably every type of criminal case that exists under North Carolina law. Some of the cases he handles frequently include:

• DWI (Driving While Impaired)
  
• Traffic offenses/traffic violations – speeding, reckless driving, etc.
  
• Drug charges
  
• Property crimes
  
• Fraud
  
• Violent crimes
  
• Expunctions (an expunction is the process to remove charges from a person’s criminal record)

Federal cases

Deke has built his reputation as a federal crime lawyer defending individuals and businesses under investigation by federal authorities, and representing those who have already been charged with a federal crime. He has extensive experience in all aspects of a federal case, from the initial grand jury subpoena and production process, through indictment, trial, sentencing, and appeal. He is a featured speaker at continuing legal education seminars for the Criminal Justice Section of the North Carolina Bar Association.

Typical federal cases involve:

• Mortgage fraud
  
• Healthcare fraud
  
• Tax evasion / tax fraud
  
• Internet-related crimes
  
• Copyright infringement
  
• Securities fraud
  
• Conspiracy charges
  
• Bank and wire fraud
  
• oney laundering
  
• Counterfeiting
  
• Racketeering
  
• Drug trafficking / Firearms Offenses

Constitutional rights

Our office pursues cases where our client’s civil or property rights have been violated by law enforcement officials. If our clients suffer injury from such a violation, we will sue the responsible party. We have handled cases involving excessive force or police brutality, destruction of property, police misconduct, and unlawful searches and seizures.  We also protect the rights of clients in asset seizure and forfeiture proceedings. Regardless of whether you've already been arrested or are currently under investigation, we can help you. To schedule a free, confidential consultation, contact criminal defense attorneys at Barnett & Falls today.

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Criminal defense law firm in Charlotte, North Carolina