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Deferred Prosecution in North Carolina

Published on: March 12, 2025 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Deferred Prosecution in North Carolina

Criminal charges are serious and if convicted of an offense you could face a severe sentence. Aside from the possible penalties, you will also have a criminal record, which could negatively impact your life for many years. You will want to vigorously defend the charges against you to seek the best possible outcome. In some cases, you may qualify for a deferred prosecution program. An experienced criminal defense attorney will help you seek deferred prosecution if it is possible for your case.

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What is a Conditional Discharge?

Published on: July 4, 2018 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?”

Being charged with a crime in North Carolina can be scary. Suddenly, you are facing serious penalties and even a prison sentence that could be devastating to your life. In criminal cases, most people think of a defendant being found “guilty” or “not guilty.” Not guilty is the ideal finding in a criminal case, but that is not always the result. When defendants hear a guilty verdict, they might think that their lives are ruined. In criminal cases in North Carolina, there are some options for a defendant, even after a finding of guilt.