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NC Attempted Assault Charges | Criminal Defense Attorney

Does North Carolina Have Attempted Assault? Attempted Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury – New North Carolina Crime The North Carolina Supreme Court recently held in State v. Floyd that attempted assault is a recognized crime in North Carolina. The court explained in their decision what the newly…

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I need more time to pay fines

How much are Court Costs?  How Long Do I Have To Pay?  I need more time to pay fines   Costs of Court are expensive in North Carolina.  You very well may need some time to pay them – Bill Powers    See More:  2017 Criminal Costs of Court North…

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NC Advocates for Justice – I’m Just Sayin’

  NC Advocates for Justice – I’m Just Sayin’   In North Carolina, ‘I’m Just Sayin’ means, I am going to speak the truth, even if it is not popular.  It is, was, and always has been the truth – Bill Powers, President NCAJ    NCAJ Bill Powers  President’s Column…

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How To Deal With Underage Alcohol Possession Charges

Illegal Consumption in North Carolina, Legal Options.  Minor with Alcohol, How Does Court Work? How To Deal With Underage Alcohol Possession Charges     Here’s the quick answer: Talk to a Lawyer.  Ask some questions. At Powers Law Firm PA, we offer free, confidential consultations. It doesn’t cost you a penny…

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How To Strike an Order for Arrest

Failure to Appear to Court?  What is an OFA?  How To Strike an Order for Arrest in North Carolina OFA stands for Order for Arrest FTA stands for Failure to Appear FTC stands for Failure to Comply   Frankly, when it comes to court, funerals, and weddings, it’s better to…

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What Happens Auto Accident and Murder Charges

North Carolina Vehicular Homicide:  What Happens Auto Accident and Murder Charges? What is Second Degree Murder? What is Involuntary Manslaughter? What is Malice? How Does Sentencing Work?   The laws surrounding Murder, Manslaughter, and Vehicular Homicide cases in North Carolina are complex and sometimes confusing – Bill Powers    What…

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What Is The Law About Texting and Driving in North Carolina?

Is it Legal?  Can I Dial a Number?  What if I’m stopped at a Light? What is the Law about Texting and Driving? The preliminary numbers aren’t good.  Texting while driving may soon be a leading cause of motor vehicle fatalities – Bill Powers  According to the National Highway Traffic…

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What Happens If I Have Problems with Probation

Failed Drug Test?  Couldn’t Give a Sample?  Picked Up New Charges?  What Happens If I Have Problems with Probation – How Does It Work?   Probation is a Second Chance.  Violating the Order of the Court can be a big deal – Bill Powers  When it comes to sentencing, North…

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What Happens If I Get In Trouble While On Probation?

Can a lawyer or my PO help? Will my probation be terminated? Will I go to jail? If I get in trouble while on probation what happens?   Probation violations can be quite serious. They can result in the revocation of probation and activation of a suspended term in prison…

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North Carolina Law Talk – Summer 2016

North Carolina Law Talk – Summer 2016 Attorneys Mike Daisley and Bill Powers discuss developing trends and provide legal commentary on North Carolina Law issues.  If you have general questions about how the legal system works in North Carolina, please feel free to contact Mike and Bill at: Mike Daisley:…

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