A probation violation in North Carolina does not automatically mean revocation and activation of a prison sentence. Since the Justice Reinvestment Act took effect on December 1, 2011, courts have only been able to revoke probation for a new criminal offense, an absconding violation, or a third violation after two prior Confinement in Response to Violation periods. The Law Firm of Schlosser & Pritchett has built a track record of defending against violations for more than 25 years, and our Greensboro criminal defense attorneys handle probation allegations throughout Guilford County and the surrounding [...]
In our state, having a criminal record can have significant and long-lasting consequences, affecting your ability to secure employment, housing, and educational opportunities.
However, for those who qualify, sealing or expunging criminal records offers a fresh start by legally removing the record from public view. This blog post will outline the legal procedures for sealing criminal records in North Carolina and discuss the benefits of doing so.
How Does North Carolina Define Expungement?
First, there is no “expungement” in our state, but rather expunction. North Carolina defines expunction as the legal process of [...]
