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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 […]
December 12, 2025 Posted in Criminal Defense Comments Off on DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW, BUT NOT THROUGH NC!
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 […]
February 13, 2025 Posted in Criminal Defense Comments Off on Firearm Return Petitions in North Carolina
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 […]
February 12, 2025 Posted in Criminal Defense, Expungements Comments Off on Why You May Still Need an Attorney for Automatic Expunctions in North Carolina
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 […]
January 10, 2024 Posted in Criminal Defense Tagged Criminal Attorney, Lawyer, Legal Defense, North Carolina, Sex Offender Registry Comments Off on Lawful North Carolina Sex Offender Registry Removal
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 […]
January 8, 2024 Posted in Criminal Defense Tagged Criminal Defense, drug crimes, Law Firm, Lawyer, North Carolina Comments Off on What’s Drugs Got To Do, Got To Do With It!
Defense Against RDU Airport Firearm and Weapon Charges
Hatch, Little & Bunn’s Criminal Defense Team regularly defends clients who are charged at Raleigh Durham International Airport with firearm and weapon related charges. These charges may include misdemeanor carrying a concealed gun, misdemeanor carrying a concealed weapon, and violation of a carry concealed permit. While these charges technically can result in active sentences, if […]
January 5, 2024 Posted in Criminal Defense Tagged Criminal Attorney, Criminal Defense, Criminal Law, Law Firm, Lawyer Comments Off on Defense Against RDU Airport Firearm and Weapon Charges
What Causes a License Revocation in NC?
We commonly have people who tell us that they’ve been charged with Driving While License Revoked who simply aren’t even sure why their license is even revoked in the first place. Sometimes, these people say that they don’t understand how their license can be revoked because they’ve never had a North Carolina license. Trying to […]
June 3, 2020 Posted in Criminal Defense Comments Off on What Causes a License Revocation in NC?
Are you a Responsible Individual?
Let’s hope not. At least, not for the purposes of the North Carolina Responsible Individuals List (RIL). The RIL is a list maintained by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services of people who are the parent, guardian or custodian of a child who has been abused or seriously neglected (NCGS 7B-101(18a)). It […]
May 29, 2020 Posted in Criminal Defense Comments Off on Are you a Responsible Individual?
Raleigh Area Real Estate Closings During COVID-19
Working While Maintaining Social Distance Even during the COVID-19 crisis our real estate attorney, James A. Oliver, still practices his “ABC’s” (Always Be Closing)! Despite the pandemic, our clients still need to sign documents to finalize the purchase of their new home or refinance and take advantage of those low interest rates. Conducting closings outside […]
April 30, 2020 Posted in Real Estate Tagged Pandemic, Real Estate Closings, Real Estate During Covid-19 Comments Off on Raleigh Area Real Estate Closings During COVID-19
What Happens if You Host a Gathering While in Quarantine?
Along with the serious health risks associated with coronavirus, Americans are burdened by quarantine orders and similar directives that forbid them from seeing their loved ones, even for major events such as holidays and birthdays. It can be tempting to try to break the rules, especially for people who believe that they don’t fall into […]
April 24, 2020 Posted in General Legal Comments Off on What Happens if You Host a Gathering While in Quarantine?
