Investigation Finds Poor Conditions in Mecklenburg County Jails Nobody enjoys the experience of spending time in jail. When you are incarcerated, you do not expect to be treated like you are in a fancy hotel. But you also do not expect to be treated poorly or inhumanely. A recent investigation…
Hit and Run Laws in North Carolina Vehicle accidents are common occurrences. Most accidents involve minor fender benders, although some result in serious injuries and damages. Whenever a driver is involved in a traffic accident, they must follow the law. A person who fails to stay on the scene of…
What is the Difference Between Petty Larceny and Grand Larceny? Theft or larceny charges are serious, and if you are convicted, you could face a variety of penalties. In addition, you will have a criminal record that will impact many areas of your life for years to come. Petty larceny…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question:”A past conviction is keeping me from finding work. What can I do?” Larceny means the unlawful taking of someone else’s property with the intent to keep it from the owner permanently. Larceny by definition does not include the use of force.…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I be arrested without evidence against me?” Getting detained and arrested by the police can be a traumatic experience. The situation often happens rather quickly and only later do you begin to think about how the incident unfolded. While…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Do I need to hire an attorney if I have been falsely accused?” A recent report indicated that Congressman Madison Cawthorn may have broken the law by participating in an alleged insider trading scheme involving cryptocurrency. Lawmakers called on Congress to…
J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?” An Arizona-based media company recently posted a video in the run up to Easter this year as a not-so-subtle reminder of the toll this holiday often takes on…