On behalf of Nielsen Legal | May 27, 2020 | criminal defense
When you’re facing criminal charges, you have several decisions to make early in the case. One of the primary ones is whether you are going to plead guilty or not guilty to the charges against you. Most people opt to plead not guilty so that they have a chance...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | May 22, 2020 | criminal defense
Confusion over the distinction between burglary and breaking and entering is understandable; each state has its own definitions that may not match up with others. In North Carolina, these two terms fall under the classification of property crimes. However, they refer...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Apr 23, 2020 | criminal defense
There is a whole slew of variables and factors that could change an allegation of driving while impaired to a felony charge. DWI (Driving While Impaired) charges in North Carolina carry historically higher penalties than DUIs (Driving Under the Influence). Even with...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Mar 27, 2020 | criminal defense
When you’re facing a criminal charge, one thing that you have to think about is what sentence you might have to deal with if you’re convicted. This can be a primary driving force for your defense strategy. There are several things that go into...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Feb 24, 2020 | criminal defense
The field of psychology is not doing enough to screen out unreliable psychological tests that are being used in the U.S. court system, according to a new study. As a result, courts in North Carolina and elsewhere are allowing junk science to improperly influence...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Feb 10, 2020 | criminal defense
If you attend the University of North Carolina at Asheville, you undoubtedly love your collegiate experience. After all, not only does the school provide a first-rate education, but it also offers dozens of opportunities for getting the most out of student life. If...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Jan 24, 2020 | criminal defense
There are many traffic infractions and other violations that may lead to the North Carolina DMV suspending or revoking your license. During the duration of your suspension or revocation, it may be tempting to continue driving rather than choosing less-convenient...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Jan 14, 2020 | criminal defense
While you may have spent your life trying to stay on the right side of the law, now you find yourself as the subject of a criminal case. You’re familiar with the fact that law enforcement will be gathering evidence about you. It can feel overwhelming and...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Jan 13, 2020 | criminal defense
When people in North Carolina watch a police drama on television, they know to expect that an arrest scene will include the reading of the suspect’s Miranda rights. However, people did not always have their Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination...
On behalf of Nielsen Legal | Jan 6, 2020 | criminal defense
Those stopped for driving under the influence face serious penalties, whether their ability to retain their driving privileges is in jeopardy or they face time behind bars. However, other major problems arise for many people in this position, especially from a...
