Criminal Defense Attorneys

Drug Crime

Drug charges don’t just affect you. They effect everyone around you. It’s a daunting time, but it’s important to know that you don’t have to go through the process alone. We’ve got your back. We work with you to get all the details and we’ll answer every question you might have along the way. We’ll make sure your voice is heard in the courtroom and we strive to get you the best results for your case.

One important inquiry in every case where drugs are seized is: “did the officer have the right to search for drugs?” While North Carolina search and seizure law is complex,our team will conduct a thorough investigation of your case. In the event that you were not lawfully stopped or searched, we can ask the judge to dismiss the charge against you.

Theft Crimes

Sometimes difficult financial circumstances lead to poor decisions. Larceny is a crime involving the wrongful obtaining of property of another. In North Carolina, many counties have programs that allow for misdemeanor and felony theft charges to be dismissed in exchange for community service and a period of good behavior in addition to other requirements. Normally a person going through such a program to obtain a dismissal would also have to pay any monetary restitution to the victim of the theft.

Generally, a person who honestly believes that the property taken is theirs is not guilty of larceny, even if the belief is wrong. Sometimes financial transactions that lead to financial criminal charges are highly complex. A good criminal defense requires an intricate understanding of the legal basis for these financial crimes and any affirmative defenses to the crimes charged.

Underage Drinking

One drink can cause a lifetime of consequences. Underage drinking charges can result in suspension from school, heavy court costs and fines, community service, loss of driving privileges, increased auto insurance rates, and problems with job and school applications.

Criminal Record Expungement

The past doesn’t define our future. But a criminal record can really hurt your chances of getting back on your feet. If you have been convicted of a crime and done the time, it’s possible to start fresh. At Minick Law we can guide you through the entire process and help you get eligible convictions wiped clean from your record. Because everyone deserves a second chance.

There are a number of different types of expunctions that can be filed in North Carolina. Determining your eligibility and the best type of expunction to file is our first step. You want to make sure that your expunction is filed correctly because many of the expunctions available in North Carolina can only be requested once time by the individual seeking to clean up their criminal record.