Articles Posted in felony larceny

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Safe Driver Incentive Plan Explained

Safe Driver Incentive Plan Explained Safe driving results in fewer accidents and that means fewer injuries and fatalities on our roadways. Drivers face getting points on their driver’s licenses when they violate traffic laws, but many people are not aware of the impact that accidents and traffic tickets have on…

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Loitering Charges in North Carolina

Loitering Charges in North Carolina When someone stays in a public space for too long without any reason, they may be accused of loitering. Generally, when someone is loitering, the police will ask them to leave. When a person remains in an area that does not allow loitering, they could…

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Driver Improvement Clinics

Driver Improvement Clinics All drivers are required to obey the law when they are operating a motor vehicle. There are dozens of laws that are designed to promote safety and prevent accidents and injuries on the roadways. Drivers who fail to obey traffic laws may receive violations with penalties that…

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Investigation Finds Poor Conditions in Mecklenburg County Jails

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…

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Hit and Run Laws in North Carolina

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…

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What is the Difference Between Petty Larceny and Grand Larceny?

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…

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Shoplifting Charges: What You Need to Know

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “If I have an outstanding warrant, what should I do?” More and more stores are adding extra technology that enables them to catch shoplifters in their establishments. If you are charged with shoplifting it can have a negative impact on your life…

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Defending Larceny Charges in North Carolina

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.…

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Police Department In One Virginia Town Focuses On Shoplifting

Charlotte DWI and Criminal Defense Attorney J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “If I simply intend to plead guilty, why do I need a lawyer?”   Recent news reports indicate that crime is up in various parts of North Carolina, with a recent article revealing…

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North Carolina Criminal Makes It Hard On His Defense Attorney

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: What is an expungement?   In a case that will surely make headlines across the country, a man from Clayton, North Carolina has been arrested after police say he left his wallet at the scene of the crime. Being arrested and charged…

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