Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I ever plead guilty to a charge?” For millions of American citizens, owning a concealed carry weapon provides a measure of unparalleled security. However, if an individual is charged with a criminal offense and is found to be in possession…
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What if the Police Have a Warrant for My Arrest in North Carolina?
Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can the police search my car without a warrant?” When someone commits a criminal offense, and the police have a warrant for that person’s arrest, it is critical to act quickly and appropriately. If there is a warrant for your arrest,…
What are the Different Types of White-Collar Crimes in North Carolina?
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?” White-collar crimes are serious offenses that should be taken seriously. These crimes are financially motivated and often involve two main components: Deceit; and Financial gain. While most white-collar crimes…
Do Marijuana Legalization Laws Matter?
Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “If I am charged by campus police could I still face jail time or probation?” Recently, the two largest cities in Tennessee passed laws aimed at reducing the number of residents arrested for nonviolent drug crimes. Specifically, the cities passed laws…
N.C. Supreme Court upholds social networking ban for sex offenders
J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Can I be arrested without evidence against me?” In 2008, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a law making it a criminal offense for anyone previously convicted of a sexual offense to access a commercial social networking site…