June 23, 2020

York County Criminal Courts – Coronavirus Update

A Public Defender who works at the Moss Justice Center in York County, South Carolina has tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 Severe Acute Respiratory

Syndrome Coronavirus 2.

The Justice Center is where criminal charges in York County, which includes Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Lake Wylie, are heard.

Other court personnel work in the Moss Center, including the Office of the Public Defender, 16th District Solicitors (prosecutors) for the State of South Carolina, Magistrates, and the Clerk of Court for York County.

August 23, 2019

Life of a Charlotte lawyer

by Carolina Attorneys

They say difficulties come in threes. I don’t know if I necessarily subscribe to that proverb, especially as it may relate to the life of a Charlotte lawyer.

It’s not that “stuff” doesn’t happen. It’s just that it happens all the time, one thing after another.

My days in court sometimes remind me of the description of weaving in DWI charges: A relatively regular pattern of lateral movement with one steering correction closely followed by another.

June 10, 2017

Can I be held in jail waiting for charges

by Carolina Attorneys

What is an Indictment? What is a True Bill in North Carolina? Can I be held in jail waiting for charges ?

The short answer is no. If there aren’t charges pending, you can’t be held – Bill Powers

Politely Advise Police You Wish to Say Nothing

April 30, 2017

NC Attempted Assault Charges | Criminal Defense Attorney

by Carolina Attorneys

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 recognized law is and how it will work.

December 20, 2016

How To Deal With Underage Alcohol Possession Charges

by Carolina Attorneys

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 – Bill Powers

See More: NORTH CAROLINA ALCOHOL OFFENSES 2016

May 28, 2016

Please be careful this Memorial Day

by Carolina Attorneys

Heads Up: Operation Click-It-or-Ticket. Please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday.

We wish all our friends a safe, healthy, and happy holiday weekend. If you are planning on driving anywhere, heads up: North Carolina is in the middle of a statewide “Click-It-or-Ticket” campaign.

For the safety of you and your loved ones, please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday – Bill Powers

May 9, 2016

Statutory Rape and Sex Offenses in North Carolina

by Carolina Attorneys

What Does the Law Require? What are Possible Consequences? Talk to a Lawyer. Statutory Rape and Sex Offenses in North Carolina

The consequences for violating Sex Offense Laws in North Carolina are extremely serious – Bill Powers

First-Degree Statutory Rape:

May 7, 2016

Do I Need a Lawyer for Protective Order Violation

by Carolina Attorneys

What are the Consequences Violating a Court Order? Do I Need a Lawyer for Protective Order Violation?

Answering the Question “Do I Need a Lawyer for Protective Order Violation” one would be wise to also consider:

Does It Matter if Order is Under NCGS Chapter 50?

May 5, 2016

Do You Need a Lawyer for Traffic Tickets

by Carolina Attorneys

What is a Uniform Citation? How Do Insurance Points Work? Can You Go To Court by Yourself? Do you Need a Lawyer for Traffic Tickets?

The adage that ‘a lawyer who represents himself has a fool for a client’ is the product of years of experience by seasoned litigators – United States Supreme Court

Even a skilled lawyer who represents himself is at a disadvantage in contested litigation. He is deprived of the Judgment of an Independent third party in:

February 17, 2015

Charlotte Mecklenburg Court Holidays

by Carolina Attorneys

Charlotte Mecklenburg Court Holidays are as follows:

January 1, 2015 – New Years – Thursday
January 19, 2015 – MLK – Monday

What is an Indictment? What is a True Bill in North Carolina? Can I be held in jail waiting for charges ?

The short answer is no. If there aren’t charges pending, you can’t be held – Bill Powers

Politely Advise Police You Wish to Say Nothing

Does North Carolina Have Attempted Assault?

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 – Bill Powers

See More: NORTH CAROLINA ALCOHOL OFFENSES 2016

Heads Up: Operation Click-It-or-Ticket. Please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday.

For the safety of you and your loved ones, please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday – Bill Powers

What Does the Law Require? What are Possible Consequences? Talk to a Lawyer. Statutory Rape and Sex Offenses in North Carolina

First-Degree Statutory Rape:

What are the Consequences Violating a Court Order? Do I Need a Lawyer for Protective Order Violation?

What is a Uniform Citation? How Do Insurance Points Work? Can You Go To Court by Yourself? Do you Need a Lawyer for Traffic Tickets?