The etymology of the word “felon” is to some extent uncertain. In Latin, fel is thought be associated with gall or poison. Old French defines felon as an evil-doer, scoundrel, traitor, rebel, oath-breaker, and the Devil.
In early English law, a felony could be a crime punishable by death or mutilation and forfeiture of lands and goods.
There are few greater “truths of court” known and accepted within the legal system than:
A substantial amount, if not a majority, of poor decisions that lead to criminal charges are made during periods of impairment – Bill Powers
The consequences for violating Sex Offense Laws in North Carolina are extremely serious – Bill Powers
Answering the Question “Do I Need a Lawyer for Protective Order Violation” one would be wise to also consider:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpoLLPXhwdE
. . .[I]t is nothing less than sheer torture of the English language to suggest that a careful exploration of the outer surfaces of a person’s clothing all over his or her body in an attempt to find weapons is not a ‘search.’ – Terry v. Ohio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TM8CAW8lopI
Attorney Bill Powers discusses: When Do They Need a Search Warrant in North Carolina?
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