Understanding North Carolina’s Drug Possession Sentencing Guidelines

Apr 14
2025

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Categories: Drug Crimes

Drug charges in North Carolina don’t come with a one-size-fits-all punishment. They’re shaped by a mix of statutory categories, prior record levels, and the type of substance involved. If you’re staring down a possession charge, the system may feel deliberately confusing – and in many ways, it is. The stakes are too high to guess your way through it.

Working with a Greensboro, NC drug crime defense lawyer from Schlosser & Pritchett means putting a former prosecutor in your corner. You’ll get clear advice from someone who’s already been on the other side [...]

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A Complete Guide to Arrests, Stops, and Investigations

Apr 1
2025

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Categories: Criminal Defense | DUI

You don’t have to be a criminal to get arrested. You don’t even have to break the law. A broken taillight, being in the wrong place, or matching a vague description—sometimes, that’s all it takes.

The justice system doesn’t always feel just, especially when you’re the one in handcuffs. And once things start moving, they move fast. Officers press for answers. Paperwork piles up. Your words are twisted. Your silence is judged.

What happens next isn’t just about what you did or didn’t do—it’s about what they say you did. That’s why knowing [...]

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When is a DUI a Felony?

Mar 4
2025

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Categories: Drunk Driving | DUI | Felonies

A DUI arrest doesn’t always mean a felony charge—but under the wrong circumstances, it can. If you have multiple DUI convictions, caused an accident, or were driving on a suspended license, your case could be treated much more seriously.

Felony DUI charges come with severe consequences, from lengthy prison sentences to permanent restrictions on your future. However, many DUI cases involve legal issues that can be challenged—such as unreliable field sobriety tests or procedural mistakes by the arresting officer.

If you’re facing felony DUI charges, having a strong defense is essential. A skilled [...]

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When Can the Police Search Your Home?

Mar 11
2025

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Categories: Illegal Search | Search Warrant

You’re sitting on your couch, scrolling through your phone, when there’s an unexpected knock on the door. Police officers stand outside, requesting to search your home. It feels like something straight out of a crime drama, but this is real life. And in real life, the consequences are serious. Most people panic, unsure of what to do next. Do you let them in to avoid looking suspicious? Do you refuse and risk escalating the situation? It’s a high-stakes decision, and the wrong move could cost you more than just your peace of mind.[...]

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North Carolina Expungement FAQs

Feb 21
2025

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Categories: Expungement

A criminal record can hold you back from job opportunities, housing applications, and certain rights. But what if you could erase that past mistake? In North Carolina, expungement offers a legal way to clear eligible criminal records, giving you a fresh start. Unlike record sealing, which only hides records from public access, an expungement effectively erases the record as if the offense never happened.

At Schlosser & Pritchett, we understand how important a second chance is and are committed to helping you achieve it. Call our Greensboro, North Carolina criminal defense attorneys to [...]

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