answered on Feb 3, 2023
No (usually). The age of consent in NC is 16. However, there are 2 general exceptions.
14-27.32. Sexual activity with a student.
(a) If a defendant, who is a teacher, school administrator, student teacher, school safety officer, or coach, at any age, or who is other school... Read more »
District Judge dismissed and suppressed the arrest of a DWI case because arresting officer violated defends 4 amendment rights by arresting defendant inside his home with no probable cause and no search warrant.
I’ve read online from some employees of large corporations like Walmart and Target that these companies have a tendency to avoid prosecuting thieves until they have accumulated enough stolen property to constitute a felony. This begs the question of statute of limitations from misdemeanor to... Read more »
answered on Jan 24, 2023
This is a criminal law question, not a consumer law question. As far as a civil lawsuit, the statute of limitation for money owed is 3 years not matter what the amount, and it starts fresh with each incident. Please repost this under Criminal Defense.
answered on Jan 23, 2023
If the district attorney allows it, then yes. 95% of the time they will allow it. You may still need to go to court to tell the DA you want it dismissed
answered on Jan 24, 2023
You should talk with someone at the district attorney's office as soon as possible, and let them know your reasons for not wanting to continue with the charges. Various people could be spending time on the case, so the sooner the better
It sounds like maybe you were the victim in a... Read more »
I received a letter from the clerk of court with a different court date what should I do
answered on Jan 20, 2023
You should contact the clerk directly to confirm that the date provided on the letter is the correct court date. You should also search for your court date at https://www.nccourts.gov/court-dates to confirm your court date.
answered on Jan 16, 2023
Yes. This is a matter of public record. You can go to the Clerk of Court in the county where the offender was ordered by the court to be placed on probation. The Clerk will be able to look up the individual's name, offense, case disposition, and any other specifics. You can also request a copy... Read more »
Had custody case got 5050. Unsure never got a final copy and has been 4 years. Problems have persistent need to go back feel like right have been violated with the case need help going back
answered on Jan 12, 2023
First you should call the clerk of court to find out if an Order has been entered. You should have been served, but it is possible that an Order was entered without you being served. The clerk will be able to inform you of the status of the case. If there is no actual written Order in the file,... Read more »
My case is not showing up on the docket. I've searched high and low its like It's disappeared. I was told I was indicted but nothing. Is it possible the case was dropped?
answered on Jan 10, 2023
It could mean you missed a court date and have a warrant, or it could mean you were indicted and haven’t been served with the indictment, among other things. Call your lawyer if you have one, or you can possibly call the district attorneys office and they can give you an update, or the clerks... Read more »
She split my ear in half. It was all recorded on a ring door bell but they erased it. Can u recover the video
answered on Jan 6, 2023
These are very specific questions, but there’s no background to describe exactly what happened and to whom. You should contact a defense attorney, who can hear the story and give you advice. Most offer free consultations over the phone.
I am the victim of criminal abuse of the civil commitment process. Among the wrongdoings committed was the officer deliberately entering false timestamps on the custody order for the time taken into custody and time delivered to the examination unit. He deliberately entered both times as exactly... Read more »
answered on Jan 4, 2023
Forgery of Writings is a common law offense in North Carolina. Common law forgery occurs when someone 1) falsely makes or alters a writing; 2) at the time the person made or altered the writing they intended to defraud; 3) the writing appeared to be genuine; and 4) the writing, if genuine, would... Read more »
She is my son's lawyer and I need to speak to her but I don't know her last name thank you she works in McMinnville tn
answered on Dec 27, 2022
You should call the Warren County clerks office - they will be able to tell you her last name and will probably have her contact information as well. 931.473.2373
He was arrested in NC for a warrant in Virginia. I made his bail in NC and Tom he has court and these statues are on court calendar. Will he be arrested and sent to va tom in court?
answered on Dec 15, 2022
He has an extradition warrant. Virginia has 90 days to issue a governors warrant for his arrest, otherwise the extradition warrant will be dismissed. If they had issued the governors warrant, he probably would have been served already, but yes there is always a chance that the governors warrant... Read more »
answered on Dec 14, 2022
Please rephrase your question and give it context, I’m not sure what you’re asking.
I am basically homeless nine months pregnant no friends or family where I am missed court and also there are charges. I don’t know what or where they came from. I need help immediately and I don’t have any money or any way to get any. Please help me.
answered on Dec 10, 2022
Being indigent does not make you unable to make your court date. If you have a health reason, such as you were in the hospital, get some paperwork showing that, and bring it to court when it is in session and ask the judge to strike the warrant. Ask for a public defender, and if you already have... Read more »
Does this person by what I've told you have any legal grounds to take criminal charges on me
I disclosed to a current employee at the high school I graduated from that a coach had sexual relations with me while I was black out drunk and was a 16 year old student at the school. I graduated in 2013 and was more so looking to have them be cautious/keep an eye out for behavior moving forward.... Read more »
The cop said he was a detective but didn't show a badge didn't do anything routine that they are supposed to do he said he works with the police department but not at it
answered on Dec 6, 2022
Simply, yes, very possibly. You included very few details. Can you get "Charged with drugs"? It sounds to me like you expect to be, or have already been charged with some kind of drug charge. If so, then you have your answer as to "charged". However, it is one thing to... Read more »
Hello. I really need your help and advice. I hope you can help me, please. I’m charged with 6 Felony Larceny by Employee at Walmart on November 21, 2022. Yes, I’m guilty of stealing 6 jackets (total amount around $150). I have no criminal records. I made a terrible human mistakes. I’m... Read more »
answered on Nov 28, 2022
Good that you see clearly your mistake. Good that you have no record and are not in jail. Since you are suddenly stealing I guess you are broke, so you need to ask that an attorney be appointed to represent you when you go to court -- an/or you might call a criminal defense attorney as soon as... Read more »
I co-owned a house and property with my older sister since 2013. She has kept all the rent money for 8yrs, then she has sold 50% of the property behind my back on April 21, 2021 to her friend and didn't tell me until 8 months later. Her friend is committing larceny as well. I recently found... Read more »
answered on Nov 28, 2022
You probably need to hire an attorney to file an action for a Sale For Partition.
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