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What Are My Rights When I Get Pulled Over?
Regardless of the reason law enforcement pulls you over, you still have rights under the law. The attorneys at the Scharff Law Firm have more than 20 years experience in the criminal justice system. We understand the rights of criminal defendants and have devoted our...
Can Police Search Your Car Without a Warrant?
Knowing when a police officer can legally search your vehicle can help you protect your rights in the event of an arrest or investigation. In some circumstances, an officer must first get a search warrant from the courts before probing a vehicle. In others, such as in...
Is It Illegal to Film Police in North Carolina?
Police misconduct has made headlines in recent years, partly due to the rise of mobile technology. People can help hold officers who abuse their authority accountable by recording interactions and providing proof of misconduct. However, you might wonder if filming the...
North Carolina DWI Laws
Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol is illegal in every state, though the definition and accompanying penalties may vary slightly. In North Carolina, drunk driving is called “driving while impaired” (DWI). This is a serious crime that can result in many...
Can the Police Enter Your Home Without a Warrant?
Police investigations and crime have become the subject of Hollywood dramas and television – as a result, it can be hard to decipher fact from fiction regarding your rights. Police dramas are full of scenes where police officers barge into homes, collecting evidence...
Cocaine Possession and Distribution
The North Carolina General Statute 90-95 governs the penalties and sanctions for various drug charges. Each type of drug is classified differently and they have varying degrees of penalties depending on these classifications. Cocaine Possession is considered a felony...
Heroin Possession and Distribution
The North Carolina General Statute 90-95 governs the penalties and sanctions for various drug charges. Each type of drug is classified differently and they have varying degrees of penalties depending on these classifications. Heroin Possession is considered a felony...
Ecstasy (Methamphetamine) Possession and Distribution
The North Carolina General Statute 90-95 governs the penalties and sanctions for various drug charges. Each type of drug is classified differently and they have varying degrees of penalties depending on these classifications. Ecstasy Possession is considered a felony...
Defending DWI Charges – The Knoll Motion
There are a variety of ways to defend against a DWI charge in North Carolina. Don’t let anyone tell you that the number you blow on the police machine at the station is the end of the issue. You can attack/challenge the stop of your vehicle, the arrest, the post...
Defending DWI Charges – The Ferguson Motion
There are a variety of ways to defend against a DWI charge in North Carolina. Don’t let anyone tell you that the number you blow on the police machine at the station is the end of the issue. You can attack/challenge the stop of your vehicle, the arrest, the post...
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