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...
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Man facing several charges following domestic violence incident
Police in North Carolina recently arrested a man following a domestic violence incident. He is facing several charges as a result, all of which carry significant consequences if convicted. As this gentleman already has a felony conviction on record, how he approaches...
Is expunction different than expungement?
In the legal world, many terms one might hear can be used interchangeably. Understandably, this can cause some confusion for individuals who are not familiar with the terms or use them frequently. For example, expunction versus expungement; in North Carolina, these...
North Carolina woman charged with manslaughter months after crash
On May 7, North Carolina police arrested the woman believed responsible for a car crash that left her with minor injuries and another person in critical condition. At the time, she was charged with a number of traffic violations. Months later, on Dec. 4, the victim...
Teen charged for having a firearm in vehicle on school grounds
Not too far from Charlotte in Union County, a teenage male was recently arrested while at school after a weapon was found in his vehicle during a random search. Thanks to North Carolina laws, this individual is now facing felony charges for having a firearm on school...
North Carolina man facing felony charges
Police in North Carolina recently arrested a 24-year-old male for his role in the accidental shooting of his son. This tragic accident reportedly occurred Saturday, Aug. 15, in Sugar Creek. As the child failed to survive the incident, this young father is facing...
2 arrested in recent murder case
Police in North Carolina recently arrested two individuals they believe to have been involved in the shooting death of a 22-year-old male. Both of the accused have been charged with murder, and both are currently being detained by law enforcement -- one in jail and...
Charged with battery?
The state of Florida takes physical violence and unwanted touching seriously. Those accused of doing these things may be charged with battery, and they will face significant consequences if prosecuting attorneys succeed in achieving a conviction. Thankfully, one does...
Is involuntary manslaughter a felony?
Many people are aware that crimes that involve the death of a person, particularly murder, are among the most serious and can result in jail time. Manslaughter is generally viewed as a lesser crime than murder, and although voluntary manslaughter still involves the...
Which offenses qualify for expungement in north carolina?
Many states have provisions for the expungement of criminal records, and North Carolina is no exception. The criteria for the removal of certain offenses usually involve misdemeanor charges and certain felonies of a non-violent nature. A charge of $175 must be paid...