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Kevin L. Barnett

Kevin Barnett is the Founding Attorney of The Law Office of Kevin L. Barnett in Charlotte, North Carolina. He focuses his practice on criminal defense and traffic ticket matters. Barnett has practiced law since 1984 and is admitted to the State Bar of North Carolina. He earned his Juris Doctor from Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law in 1984. His experience includes representing clients in criminal and traffic-related legal matters.

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DUI can have criminal and administrative consequences

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Last Modified on May 11, 2022

If you were recently arrested for drunk or otherwise impaired driving, you know that if convicted you’ll have to accept the criminal consequences that come with it. Did you know that in North Carolina, as in other states, there are also administrative consequences associated with…

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North Carolina man facing misdemeanor larceny charges

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Last Modified on May 11, 2022

Near the end of May, a North Carolina man was arrested for allegedly stealing merchandise from a store located in the Charlotte area. This individual has been charged with several counts of misdemeanor larceny. A conviction on these charges could have significant criminal and personal…

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What is needed to convict a person on forgery charges?

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Last Modified on May 11, 2022

White-collar crimes are something the state of North Carolina takes very seriously. If charged with this type of crime, the way the accused handles his or her defense can mean the difference between being allowed to go home and spending years in prison. This is…

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North Carolina has a zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking

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Last Modified on May 11, 2022

In North Carolina, one has to be at least 21 years old to purchase, possess or consume alcohol. The exceptions to this law are that consumption may be allowed for younger individuals for religious purposes, or if it is done in the privacy of one’s…

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Do you have to allow the police to search your vehicle?

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

It can feel like the police have the power to do anything. However, you have certain constitutional rights, including a right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that police do not have free rein to search your vehicle as they see…

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Caretaker of disabled teen facing various felony charges

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Last Modified on Mar 19, 2025

Police in North Carolina are currently investigating the recent death of a disabled teenager. The girl — age 17 — was found drowned in her bathtub. Her caregiver was arrested and is said to be facing various felony charges. According to reports, law enforcement officers in Charlotte…

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