Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “If I simply intend to plead guilty, why do I need a lawyer?” Getting behind the wheel when you are under the influence of alcohol or other impairing substance is illegal and incredibly dangerous. Those who are caught driving under the…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question:”A past conviction is keeping me from finding work. What can I do?” We have all done things in our past that we would like to forget. Unfortunately, if what you want to forget was a conviction for a crime, your criminal…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?” One of the fundamental principles of the criminal justice system in the United States is the right to have a trial by a jury of your peers. With any…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question:”What is an expungement?” We have previously discussed the important changes that will soon go into effect regarding expungements in North Carolina. The law is set to change and will make it easier for more people to wipe the slate clean, deleting…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question:”What is an expungement?” Most people do not spend time worrying about things like the discovery process. It is legalistic and confusing to those not familiar with the criminal justice system. Though it can be complicated, it is incredibly important and worth…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I be arrested without evidence against me?” It can sometimes seem like we have seen it all before. This is especially true in the criminal law world, where crimes are seldom novel, but often sad cycles continually repeating themselves. Though…
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question: I was found not guilty of a charge, but my record still shows the charge. As we’ve mentioned many times before, being convicted of a crime can have very serious repercussions on your life. Beyond the…