Category: Sex Crimes

The Harsh Reality of Teen Sexting in NC

Mar 22
2019

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Categories: Aggravated Battery | Juvenile Crimes | Sex Crimes | Sexting

Lawmakers have the tough job of adjusting legislation as the state, country, and world change. New technology, cultural shifts, and other factors may make old laws useless – or even dangerous. If lawmakers do not address outdated rules, they could be putting a group of people at risk for incarceration and harsh penalties.

Unfortunately, this is exactly what is happening right now in North Carolina. Teens are at risk of harsh and unfairly high penalties due to a recent trend in technology. If you have a teenager, you have to educate them on [...]

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North Carolina Crimes That Will Land You on the Sex Offender Registry

Sep 23
2018

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Categories: Sex Crimes | Sex Offenders

If you have been accused of a sex crime in North Carolina, one of the most pressing questions on your mind is probably whether or not you will need to file as a sex offender.

In this post, we’re going to cover which sex crimes require registration and which ones don’t. Keep in mind, though, that the specific details of your case matter. If you want to know for sure what you’re up against, the best bet is to consult with a knowledgeable defense attorney.

Sex Crimes in North Carolina That Require Registration

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Breaking Down NC’s Sexual Assault Laws When a Child Is Involved

Jul 13
2018

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Categories: Uncategorized | Sex Crimes | Sexual Assault

As spotlights start to shine on sexual assault cases across the country, more questions come up about what could happen if you are accused. Sex crimes are very serious and can have a major impact on the rest of your life, including where you are allowed to live and work.

The penalties for sexual assault in North Carolina depend on a number of factors, including the sex acts involved. A major factor in sex charges and penalties is the age of the victim. Once a victim reaches the age of 18, most of [...]

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Ways to Defend against White Collar Crime Allegations in NC       

May 2
2018

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Categories: Sex Crimes

If you have been charged with a white collar crime in North Carolina, you need to know how the laws apply in your case.

Below, we’re going to detail the law in our state, including the various types of white collar crimes, as well as what defense strategies you may be able to use to fight your charges.

Defining White Collar Crimes in North Carolina

White collar crimes normally do not involve violence. Instead, they cover business or monetary transactions for unlawful financial gain.

That may not sound as serious as committing a [...]

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How to Defend against North Carolina Sex Crime Charges

Sep 14
2017

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Categories: Sex Crimes

As the opening lines of Law and Order: SVU claim, “In the criminal justice system, sexually based offenses are considered especially heinous.”

Although this is true, and our state – like the rest of the country – takes sex offenses very seriously, just because you are accused of a crime does not mean that you will automatically be convicted of said crime.

For this reason, if you are accused of a North Carolina sex crime, it’s important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney who will help you beat your charges. Sex crime [...]

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