Category: Criminal Defense

Most North Carolina professionals facing a criminal charge assume their license is already at risk. Under a 2013 state law reform, that assumption is often wrong. North Carolina prohibits licensing boards from automatically disqualifying applicants based on a criminal record, and a defense strategy built around that law can protect a career from the start. At Schlosser & Pritchett, our Greensboro criminal defense attorney handles both the criminal charge and its licensing consequences simultaneously.

North Carolina Does Not Allow Automatic License Denials

North Carolina law changed the occupational licensing landscape in 2013. Before [...]

Facing a criminal trial in Greensboro can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. At Schlosser & Pritchett, our experienced Greensboro criminal defense lawyers guide clients through each stage of a North Carolina criminal trial, helping reduce anxiety and ensuring you understand your rights and options. While every case has unique elements, trials in North Carolina generally follow a predictable structure that allows both sides to present evidence before a judge or jury.

Pre-Trial Motions and Jury Selection

Before trial begins, we may file pre-trial motions to address legal issues [...]

A felony conviction in North Carolina doesn’t just carry the threat of prison time, it can strip away your right to vote, own a gun, find stable housing, or hold a professional license. Even after you’ve served your sentence, the stigma can follow you for life. And it doesn’t always take a violent act to land you there. From drug charges to white-collar crimes, the long-term consequences can be devastating.

If you or someone you love is facing a felony charge in Greensboro, you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Greensboro, NC [...]

You don’t have to be a criminal to get arrested. You don’t even have to break the law. A broken taillight, being in the wrong place, or matching a vague description—sometimes, that’s all it takes.

The justice system doesn’t always feel just, especially when you’re the one in handcuffs. And once things start moving, they move fast. Officers press for answers. Paperwork piles up. Your words are twisted. Your silence is judged.

What happens next isn’t just about what you did or didn’t do—it’s about what they say you did. That’s why knowing [...]

Criminal charges can make you feel like you’re standing on the edge of an uncertain future. You need a lawyer who understands what’s at stake for you personally. It’s not enough to simply find someone knowledgeable about criminal law – you need a lawyer who will stand by you throughout the entire process and fight for your future. At Schlosser & Pritchett, we are committed to providing you with the professional, dedicated legal representation you deserve. Whether you are facing serious felony charges or a misdemeanor, our Greensboro, North Carolina criminal defense attorneys [...]