When Miranda Rights Violations Can Dismiss Your Greensboro Criminal Case

Dec 19
2025

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Categories: Mrainda Rights

Miranda rights violations don’t automatically dismiss criminal charges, but they can be powerful defense tools. Understanding when police must read these warnings, and what happens when they don’t, can significantly impact your case outcome in Greensboro criminal courts. At Schlosser & Pritchett, our Greensboro criminal defense attorneys analyze every interview, traffic stop, and arrest for Miranda violations.

Understanding Miranda Rights Under North Carolina Law

The 1966 U.S. Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona established that police must inform suspects of their constitutional rights before custodial interrogation. North Carolina criminal courts strictly enforce these [...]

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Understanding North Carolina’s Castle Doctrine and Home Defense Rights

Nov 26
2025

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Categories: Castle Doctrine | Self-Defense

When your home is your sanctuary, knowing your rights to defend it is crucial. In North Carolina, the law recognizes that you shouldn’t have to back down when someone unlawfully enters your dwelling. That protection addresses the use of force in places where you are a legal occupant.

For homeowners, renters, and anyone lawfully present in a space they occupy, this means there are circumstances in which force may be legally justified. But that doesn’t mean the rule is limitless. You need to understand when it applies, when it doesn’t, and how it [...]

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What to Expect During a North Carolina Criminal Trial: A Step-by-Step Guide

Nov 21
2025

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Categories: Criminal Defense | Criminal Trials

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 [...]

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How Breathalyzer Calibration Issues Can Dismiss Your Greensboro DWI Case

Oct 1
2025

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Categories: Breathalyzers | DWI

In North Carolina, a DWI charge carries severe legal and personal consequences. Prosecutors rely heavily on breathalyzer results to prove intoxication, but these devices are not infallible. When breathalyzer results are inaccurate due to calibration issues, this could result in the dismissal of your Greensboro DWI case. A DWI defense lawyer at Schlosser & Pritchett can explain how this affects the outcome of the case. They will analyze every technical detail of the arrest, challenging unreliable test results that could invalidate the prosecution’s case.

Why Breathalyzer Accuracy Matters in North Carolina DWI Cases

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North Carolina’s Good Samaritan Law: Drug Overdose Immunity and Criminal Defense

Oct 21
2025

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Categories: Drug Crimes | Good Samaritan Law

If fear of arrest stops you from calling 911 during a drug overdose in Greensboro, NC, know your protections under North Carolina’s Good Samaritan Law. This vital statute shields good-faith helpers from certain charges, potentially saving lives.

At Schlosser & Pritchett, we guide clients through overdose-related legal challenges in Guilford County. Facing charges? Our experienced Greensboro criminal defense lawyers can protect your rights, contact us today.

What Is North Carolina’s Good Samaritan Law?

Enacted as NC General Statute § 90-96.2, this law encourages emergency calls during drug overdoses by granting limited immunity from [...]

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