Pre-trial detention can have a profound effect on a criminal defense strategy in North Carolina. When a defendant is held in jail before trial, limitations on freedom, access to witnesses, and the ability to participate fully in preparing a defense can create significant challenges. Judges make decisions about detention based on various factors and for several reasons, but the consequences for someone awaiting trial extend far beyond mere confinement.

At Schlosser & Pritchett, we understand that pre-trial detention can fundamentally shape the entire trajectory of your defense strategy and case outcome. If you [...]