Felonies

If you are charged with a felony in North Carolina you are subject to structured sentencing upon conviction. Depending on your charge/s and record that could equal mandatory jail time. Anyone facing the possibility of imprisonment has the right to counsel whether appointed by the court or counsel of their own choosing. Never waive your right to Court appointed counsel unless you are 100% certain you can hire your own. Remember you can always fire your Court appointed lawyer and hire your own later.

If your loved one is currently under a high secured bond or yet to have a bond hearing then you may be able to request a bond reduction. Generally speaking, it is best to get defendants out of jail as soon as possible to gather evidence and start preparing an aggressive defense.

Although we recommend employing legal counsel before attending court, sometimes that is not an option if you are facing a judge for the first time via video from the jail during your initial bond hearing. If the court appoints you legal counsel and you are not satisfied with their advice or attention towards your case you can always seek a second opinion from a private attorney. Remember that It is imperative to never speak with the police or take a lie detector test without the presence of your attorney. Statements you make can and will be used against you in court. Witt Law Firm, P.A. offers a free criminal consultation from an experienced attorney committed to aggressively defend your Constitutional presumption of innocence.

Felony Charges in NC

Property Crimes

Obtain property by false pretense
Larceny (Greater than $1,000)
Fraud
Forgery
Embezzlement

Drug Crimes

PWISD- Possession with intent to sell and deliver
Maintain a dwelling or car with drugs
Possession of cocaine
Possession of Methamphetamine
Trafficking in Drugs

Felony Assault Crimes

Assault with intent to kill
Assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury
Kidnapping
Sexual assault
Homicide
Involutnary or voluntary manslaughter