Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Located in Jacksonville, our office provides experienced criminal defense and appeals representation to clients throughout southeastern North Carolina.
• DUI/DWI
  We handle drunk-driving cases in Onslow and Jones counties. We can assist you with charges of DWI or Driving While License Revoked. We also work with cases involving aiding and abetting a DWI.
• Traffic Violations
  Our firm handles a variety of traffic offenses ranging from traffic tickets to driving while intoxicated (DWI). Whether you have been accused of reckless driving, have received a speeding ticket, or are charged with vehicular manslaughter, we will work toward having the charges dismissed or reduced.
• Sex Crimes
• Fraud
  Fraud, including Internet fraud, bank fraud, mail fraud, credit card or wire fraud, mortgage fraud, federal benefits fraud and others
• Robbery
• Burglary
• White Collar Crimes
  White collar crimes cases are extremely intricate. Federal authorities may spend more than a year investigating the case prior to filing formal charges. Contacting an attorney is imperative as soon as an investigation is underway.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  If you have been charged with a state level misdemeanor or felony, you may be concerned about the impact on your future. Besides facing fines and incarceration, a criminal record could lead to trouble securing future employment.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
• Assault
• Murder
  The consequences of a capital murder conviction are severe. Being convicted typically results in life imprisonment or execution. In North Carolina, the death penalty is a possible sentence for convicted murderers.
• Homicide
  Homicide differs from capital murder, as homicides are considered justified or accidental killings. Capital murder is defined as intentionally causing the death of another in conjunction with a felony level crime.
• Money Laundering
• Kidnapping
• Manslaughter
  Before the defendant is found guilty of capital murder, it may be possible to plea bargain for conviction of a lesser offense, including 2nd degree murder or manslaughter. A sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole can be pursed in place of the death penalty.
• Internet Crimes