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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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What Questions Should I Ask a Witness in a Domestic Violence Case?

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Last Modified on Jun 12, 2026

Questions to ask a witness in a domestic violence case may include identifying details about the incident, such as what happened, where the witness was, who they were with, the perpetrator's approach, and the exact location of the confrontation. You should also ask about how…

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The level of DWI charges affects the penalty

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Last Modified on Sep 15, 2025

If you’ve ever been pulled over in a North Carolina traffic stop, you no doubt understand how disconcerting such situations can be, especially if you wind up getting a ticket, or worse. If a police officer asks you to step out of your vehicle, you…

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Arrest leads to multiple felony and misdemeanor charges

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Last Modified on Jun 06, 2023

A criminal charge can upend someone’s world, creating months or years of uncertainty while the North Carolina criminal process plays out. However, if someone is facing numerous charges, there may be even more at stake. It is possible for a single incident to result in both…

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Things to know about expungement

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Last Modified on Feb 01, 2023

If arrested, charged and convicted of a crime in North Carolina, the implications of the incidents in question may not only be immediate but far-reaching in life. It might be difficult finding a job after serving a sentence under conviction, for instance. Many people wish…

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When is deadly force permitted under North Carolina law?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

It is generally understood that people can use deadly force to defend themselves and their property. But, cases such as these are not always cut-and-dry. A recent case involving a car owner shooting a would-be car thief who was in the process of fleeing has…

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Justice Department announces new focus on white collar victims

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Last Modified on May 11, 2022

When white collar crimes are investigated, several factors are considered. The Justice Department recently announced that they will now be considering the impacts on the victims more significantly in its investigations. It also shared it will be holding executives of companies that enable such crimes more individually…

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