Author Archives: Devon Newton
DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW, BUT NOT THROUGH NC!
As the holiday season brings cheer, family gatherings, and you gear up for traveling across North Carolina, it is important that you are mindful of some new laws taking effect in our State. While GPS will help you navigate the road, you must also navigate a different kind of seasonal shift. One marked not by […]
Firearm Return Petitions in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the right to bear arms is constitutionally given, however, both state and federal laws regulate when firearms can be seized and under what circumstances they can be returned. If your firearm has been confiscated by law enforcement, you may be able to reclaim it by filing a firearm return petition. Understanding the […]
Why You May Still Need an Attorney for Automatic Expunctions in North Carolina
In recent years, North Carolina has made significant strides in helping individuals clear their criminal records through the automatic expunction process. This new law offers a streamlined approach to expunging certain criminal records without requiring individuals to file a petition. However, while this automatic process may seem straightforward, it’s crucial to understand that hiring an […]
Lawful North Carolina Sex Offender Registry Removal
Under North Carolina law, a convicted sex offender on the sex offender registry, may request to have their status on the registry terminated. NCGS 14-208.12A., establishes the requirements, for someone who has been on the registry for a particular number of years to petition the court for removal of the registration requirement. However, just meeting […]
What’s Drugs Got To Do, Got To Do With It!
Currently, North Carolina’s prosecution of drug offenses is governed by the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act. The North Carolina Controlled Substances Act is a 70-page declaration, articulated and enacted by the North Carolina Legislature under the North Carolina General Statute, Chapter 90, Article 5. (N.C.G.S. § 90-86). The Act classifies every controlled substance that has […]
