by Scharff Law Firm Staff | May 13, 2023 | Arrest Process, Criminal Defense
Facing charges for resisting arrest can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. A conviction for resisting arrest can have long-lasting consequences, including a criminal record that can impact an individual’s future opportunities and relationships with law...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Apr 27, 2022 | Criminal Defense
If you are a felon caught in possession of a firearm, you will likely face criminal charges. In most states, this is a felony offense. The penalties for this crime can be quite severe, including lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines. It is essential to know the law...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Apr 19, 2022 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
How long does methamphetamine stay in your system? What happens if law enforcement catches you with meth? In North Carolina, 11,618 individuals faced conviction for meth possession in 2019. With numbers this high, you may want to understand how law enforcement looks...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Mar 8, 2022 | Criminal Defense, Theft Crimes
Burglary is a criminal offense in all 50 states. The definition of burglary can vary from state to state, but generally, it’s the unlawful entry into a building or structure with the intent to commit a crime. But is burglary a felony? Let’s look at when North Carolina...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Oct 28, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
It can be challenging to determine if your cocaine use will show up on a drug test. According to American Addiction Centers, “Cocaine is a very fast-acting central nervous system stimulant that produces an intense but short-lived euphoric high, lasting for only a few...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Oct 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
If you live in a house where someone else is using drugs, you may wonder what can happen if law enforcement finds controlled substances there. If you are the only person in a house, you can face drug charges as the home’s sole occupant. However, when someone else is...