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With only 4 months to go without registering a change of address. I was told this happened before a few years ago. He only served maybe 60 or so days is what I'm told and the rest on probation til October of 2021 but
ran before he could. Could he be facing the same charges or could... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I understand that this is a challenging and stressful situation for you and your fiance. The consequences for violating probation by failing to register a change of address and fleeing can vary depending on the specific circumstances and the laws of the state where the original offense occurred.... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
If you believe your rights were violated during a police raid, the appropriate action is to consult with a qualified criminal defense attorney who can review the specific details of your case. An attorney can assess whether proper procedures were followed and if there are grounds to challenge the... View More
My credit reporting system notified me that I have a court record from June 2005. It was a trespassing charge for hanging out in a Walmart parking lot. It was dismissed. Does this show up on my criminal record?
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
In North Carolina, even if your charges are dismissed, your criminal record will indicate that you were charged with the offense. Your record will also show that the charge was dismissed. An experienced attorney can assist you with having it expunged from your record so it will not show up at all.
I received a letter in the mail from home depot threatening to lower my credit limit if I do not make a purchase by a certain date. They have done this to me once before and when I was near a home depot working on a project I had to get my limit increased again. I feel like if they threaten to... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2024
There is nothing illegal about this. Citibank (who I believe issues the cardit card) has the right to change the terms of your card at any time by notification. Any bank can close your card if you do not use it after a certain amount of time, as well. Accepting the reduced credit limit will hurt... View More
I feel like I'm getting the runaround from this company. At first they told me a customer used a code to get in and set it on fire, and now they're telling me they cut their way in and did the same.
The problem is this: I think some things survived in this fire, but they... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2024
Your property should be covered by your homeowners or renters insurance policy. Turn in an insurance claim and your own insurance company will help you get access.
If you did not have insurance, that's too bad because most likely the storage facility is not at fault whether a customer... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2024
It depends if the case or investigation that precipitated the seizure of the phone is still pending. If it has been closed, a Return of Property order signed by the judge and addressed to the law enforcement body in possession of the phone is recommended. If the investigation and/or case is... View More
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answered on Mar 1, 2024
In North Carolina, receiving a felony violation charge as a means to expedite the termination of probation is not a standard legal procedure and is generally not advisable due to the significant negative consequences of having a felony conviction on your record. Such an action could result in... View More
laws have NO physical evidence.
person was previously in a bad dirt bike accident and has plates in both wrist, and is NOT physically capable of shooting a gun.
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
In North Carolina, as in other jurisdictions, it is possible for a person to be held without bond on serious charges such as first-degree murder, based on the severity of the alleged crime. The decision to deny bond typically considers factors such as the nature of the charges, potential risk to... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
First, verify that the expungement order was properly processed and filed. If the expungement was done correctly, reach out to the relevant authorities or agencies to request a thorough update of their records. Additionally, contact TruthFinder directly to inquire about their data sources and... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
Dismissals with leave put this case in a sort of purgatory where they are still alive but will not be put on the docket. Most likely these cases will prevent your friend from getting a valid license but will not have much other consequence as the cases should not have any active warrants for arrest... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
If your neighbor videotaped your two-year-old daughter while she was naked on your property, this is a serious concern that may involve privacy and child protection laws. In North Carolina, it's illegal to photograph or record a minor in a state of undress without consent, and this can... View More
DOES THIS COME UNDER PETTY THEFT ECEPTION AS THE AMOUNT WAS $989 AND THE CASE HAS BEEN DISSMISSED AND GONE FOR EXPUNGE.
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answered on Dec 13, 2023
In your situation, having a green card and a dismissed misdemeanor larceny charge in North Carolina, you generally have the ability to travel abroad. However, there are a few important considerations to keep in mind.
Firstly, the nature of your charge and its dismissal can play a crucial... View More
My wife wants me to record everything that happens at work if I'm not on call with her, is that still legal if I'm the only person who knows that they're recording is there and I'm the only person consenting to it but no one else knows is that even legal
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In North Carolina, the legality of recording conversations hinges on the state's consent laws. North Carolina is a "one-party consent" state, which means that as long as you are a party to the conversation, you can legally record it without needing to get permission from the other... View More
Why is it that in legal documents, such as civil or criminal cases, a person's name is only in all capital letters in the heading for clarity, but throughout the rest of the document, only the first initials of the names are capitalized?
answered on Mar 27, 2025
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. A major reason is to make the document readily identifiable from its caption. Many jurisdictions use this practice in legal pleadings. With digital systems used today, they'll retrieve a case without... View More
I am 19 years old and have known a girl since January of this year. We are friends until she turns 18, at which point I intend to start dating her. We don't live in the same area but are both within the US. Is waiting for her to turn 18 considered illegal or grooming?
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
The legality of relationships involving minors varies by state, with each having different laws about age of consent and close-age exemptions. While waiting until someone turns 18 before dating them isn't automatically illegal, what matters is how you interact with them before that birthday.... View More
My friend has been incarcerated for 6 months in North Carolina, facing charges of attempted murder. He has been assigned a public defender, whom he's only seen once. Despite repeated calls to the lawyer's office, there has been no response. My friend hasn't received any bail since he... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Your situation with your friend in North Carolina sounds incredibly difficult and frustrating. When someone is held for such a long time without proper legal representation or a bail hearing, there are several steps you might consider taking.
You could help your friend file a formal... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2025
You need a lawyer with experience in fraud, financial crimes, and cryptocurrency disputes. A fraud attorney or a financial litigation lawyer would be a good choice because they handle cases involving scams, deceptive practices, and misrepresentation. Since cryptocurrency is a relatively new and... View More
Was originally charged with indecent liberties with a child but pled guilty to misdemeanor sexual battery in NC. Ten years is almost up to petition to come off the registry. No other priors no felonies
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answered on Feb 9, 2025
Gun laws can be complex, and your ability to purchase a firearm, even through a private sale, depends on both federal and state regulations. Under federal law, a misdemeanor sex offense does not automatically prohibit you from buying a gun unless it falls under the Lautenberg Amendment, which... View More
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answered on Jan 27, 2025
If a detective releases DNA evidence to someone who is not involved in an active investigation, they could face legal consequences depending on the circumstances. DNA evidence is typically considered sensitive and confidential, protected by both privacy laws and legal protocols. Sharing such... View More
Owner/Senior Partner of firm was my representative. His nephew is an attorney within that firm who is representing a male who assaulted me (female).
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
If an attorney from a law firm has already represented you, it may create a conflict of interest for another attorney from the same firm to represent someone whose interests are directly opposed to yours, such as someone accused of assaulting you. Law firms are generally expected to maintain... View More
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