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Building a Defense When Facing Felony Drug Charges in North Carolina

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can the police search my car without a warrant?”   In North Carolina, felony drug charges are one of the most serious crimes an individual can face. A conviction could lead to hefty fines and decades in prison, not to mention that…

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Can North Carolina Police Use Facial Recognition to Make Arrests?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can the police search my car without a warrant?”   It may seem that facial recognition is everywhere in the 21st century. The technology that can identify a person by comparing an image of his or her face to a database of…

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This is the Deadliest Street in Charlotte, NC, in Terms of Crime

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?”   A new report by Charlotte Observer explores the most murderous stretch of road in the city. The street, which is about 3,350 feet long, is one of Charlotte’s “hot…

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Charlotte Police Creates Map of Violent Crime ‘Hot Spots’ in the City

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I talk to the police?”   After 108 homicides in Charlotte last year, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department prepared a map of violent crime “hot spots” in the city. The map was shown to members of the Charlotte City Council. The department…

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Armed Robbery Charges in Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I be arrested without evidence against me?”   An arrest for robbery entails serious felony charges in North Carolina. Those arrested for robbery risk losing their freedom and getting a criminal record with permanent negative consequences for their career, reputation, and…

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Landmark Criminal Justice Reform Coming to North Carolina on Dec. 1, 2019

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “As a parent, what should I be aware of when speaking to police about charges my child faces?”   Landmark Criminal Justice Reform Coming to North Carolina on Dec. 1, 2019   North Carolina is the last state in the nation to…

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Drug Possession in North Carolina

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I talk to the police?”   A 30-year-old man from Charlotte is facing multiple drug possession charges following an undercover police sting operation. The report brings North Carolina’s drug possession laws back into the spotlight. As reported by Statesville Record &…

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Supreme Court Broadens Meaning of “Maintaining a Dwelling”

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can the police search my car without a warrant?”   The state of North Carolina is strict on drug crimes. In an effort to eliminate the use of drugs throughout the state, courts and lawmakers have been eager to crack down on…

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Civil Forfeiture Under Attack In Michigan

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Should I talk to the police?”   We have discussed civil asset forfeiture before and how there is growing consensus around the country that the practice has many negatives and unfairly impacts those who are already among the most vulnerable. The system…

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Should Addiction Be Punished As A Crime?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What should I do if I have been pulled over and I have been drinking ?”   Everyone who reads or watches the news knows about the devastating impact drug addiction has had on the country. Families in every county of every…

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