by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 22, 2022 | Theft Crimes
If you’ve ever shoplifted or stolen property from someone else, you may wonder about the different terms used to describe the act of stealing. Which types of stealing can send you to jail? Is it illegal to possess stolen property? And what is the legal...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 15, 2022 | DWI
Did you know you can face DWI charges without even driving? The crime, “aiding and abetting DWI,” can be every bit as serious as DWI charges and has caused 2,000 in the state of North Carolina to face arrest and jail time in one year alone. Aiding and abetting DWI...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Oct 6, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
In 2018, an estimated 1.9 million (0.7%) Americans aged 12 or older used methamphetamine in the past year. (1) If you’re worried about drug testing for employment, drug rehab testing, or for law enforcement charges, it makes sense to wonder how your body...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Sep 29, 2021 | Drug Charges
If you use marijuana or other controlled substances in NC, you can face drug charges, including trafficking. The type of charge you incur is related to the amount of drug you possess. Each controlled substance has different amounts that you may possess without fear of...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Sep 20, 2021 | DWI
Many prescription and over-the-counter medications can affect your reaction times, ability to think straight, and awareness. Their effects on your body may also come with altered consciousness and inability to concentrate, which can unintentionally affect your care in...