What Should and Shouldn’t Be in Your North Carolina Plea Deal

Sep 22
2020

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Categories: Criminal Defense | Plea Deals

Breonna Taylor’s death was a tragedy, but what followed for her ex-boyfriend has made the entire situation that much worse.

Breonna Taylor was shot to death by police as they executed a no-knock warrant on her home. Police believed they would find evidence connecting her to a drug trafficking operation they suspected her ex-boyfriend had a part in. 

They found no evidence in her home, yet prosecutors attempted to get her ex-boyfriend to name her as a co-conspirator in a plea bargain.

Her ex-boyfriend and his lawyer refused, but this story serves as [...]

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Is North Carolina Shoplifting Really Worth It?

Sep 11
2020

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Categories: Shoplifting / Retail Theft

When someone takes a chance and decides to shoplift from a store, they may assume if they get caught that it’s not a big deal. They may assume that they’ll be charged with stealing, get a slap on the wrist, and then move on with their lives. Unfortunately, that’s not the reality.

A 41-year old man in Taylorsville was arrested for shoplifting. He is now facing several charges, including larceny and concealment of goods. Both of these crimes carry serious penalties.

As with most other decisions in life, it’s good to ask yourself [...]

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Misdemeanor vs. Felony Breaking and Entering: A Fine Line in NC

Sep 6
2020

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Categories: Breaking and Entering | Burglary

In North Carolina, the term “breaking and entering” actually covers a wide range of actions. As the name implies, breaking and entering generally occurs when someone enters a property forcibly, without the permission of the occupants or owners.

However, the sheer fact that this term covers such a wide range of actions also means that it can be charged in several ways depending on the nature of the crime. 

How the crime is committed as well as the intent of the perpetrator are used to determine how the crime is to be charged. [...]

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A Few of the Most Surprising Misdemeanors on NC Law Books

Sep 6
2020

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Categories: Drug Possession | Marijuana | Misdemeanor

Every state has its own set of interesting, and often completely outdated, laws. Louisiana is a perfect example.

In 2008 a man was arrested in Louisiana for selling $30 worth of marijuana. Yes, $30 worth of marijuana. He was originally sentenced to 15 years but was re-sentenced a few years later under a Habitual Offender Law due to previous, non-violent convictions.

Sometimes it’s easy for people to slip through the cracks and be arrested for or receive sentences for misdemeanor crimes that seem a little crazy. Still, it’s important to understand what [...]

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Probation Violation in NC? You Could Get Those Charges Dismissed

Aug 28
2020

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Categories: Probation

When you are convicted of a crime by being found guilty or pleading guilty, one alternative often given to offenders is probation. While this is usually a much better option than being sentenced to jail, it’s not an easy way out by any means.

Probation comes with a strict set of rules that must be adhered to. Failing to do so is referred to as a probation violation and could result in being sent to jail if you’re found in violation of the condition of your probation.

Here’s what you need to know [...]

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