Articles Posted in non-violent convictions

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   The coronavirus pandemic, which paralyzed the U.S. court system, made it problematic for defendants to get a speedy trial. Luckily, there are ways to defend your right to a speedy trial despite the…

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question:”What is an expungement?”   Starting December 1, 2017, a new North Carolina law will make the path to the expungement of non-violent criminal convictions significantly shorter and easier for individuals hoping for a clean slate. The wait time for qualifying felony and…