If you have been
charged with a criminal offense, you need
skilled lawyers who will fight to protect your
rights, freedom and reputation. Even if you
are being charged with a non-violent crime and
have a clean record, you may face a more
serious punishment than you anticipated.
The United States Constitution provides for
your rights, and the attorneys at Hatch, Little & Bunn, LLP
can ensure that rules of
evidence are followed and enforced. Our
attorneys have extensive experience in
criminal and civil litigation matters
including class actions, jury trials,
appellate practice and criminal defense. For
more than four decades, our firm has been
helping clients in the North Carolina Triangle
area to solve business and personal legal
matters. Criminal law is complex , and because
the stakes are so high, you need the experience of
Hatch, Little & Bunn, LLP on your side.
Criminal offenses are generally divided into
two categories - felonies and misdemeanors.
Some felony offenses include burglary, assault
and battery, sexual assault and fraud. While
fraud is termed a "white collar"
crime, it is often a felony and includes
non-violent crimes such as securities fraud,
embezzlement, bribery and extortion. While a
felony conviction brings serious punishment,
misdemeanor charges are generally less serious
and the penalties not as severe. Examples of
misdemeanor offenses include writing bad
checks, disorderly conduct and public
intoxication.
It is your right to dispute any ticket that
you think was given unfairly. In some cases a
dispute can result in a reduced fine or a
verdict in the driver's favor. Consider the
long-term financial consequences before you
automatically plead guilty and pay a fine. By
investing some of your time now to contest the
ticket, you may save thousands in court and
insurance penalties. If you have been charged
with speeding, our attorneys can help to
protect your permanent driving record, stop
your insurance rates from dramatically
increasing and keep your driving privileges.
If you are being investigated, are a suspect,
or have been questioned in a criminal case -
you will be faced with formidable opponents
whose intent is to prove your guilt. A
qualified defense attorney can advise you of
the best strategies to ensure that the justice
system treats you fairly. Your freedom,
license, job, finances and record are too
important to risk defending yourself or
placing yourself in the hands of an unproven attorney.
If you want experienced legal help who will
proactively work to ensure that you are
treated fairly, please contact the attorneys
at Hatch, Little & Bunn, LLP today at
(919) 856-3940 or via our online contact
form.
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