Criminal Defense in Charlotte
The criminal process can be confusing. North Carolina and Florida both have multi-step processes from being stopped for questioning, to trial, and potentially through the appeals process. To protect your rights, your criminal defense lawyer in Charlotte must ensure that the rules for each step of the process are carefully observed.
- Prosecution must prove guilt
- Right to remain silent and refuse to answer questions
- Right to an attorney
No matter how small the charge may seem, you benefit from having an attorney present. Experienced criminal defense lawyers have a detailed understanding of your rights and how to protect them. When you need a criminal lawyer in Charlotte, the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC protects your rights and make sure your case is treated with the attention that is required.
Our criminal lawyers in Charlotte handle a full range of criminal cases that include, but are not limited to, the following charges:
- Alcohol-related crimes
- Drug-related crimes
- Weapons and assault crimes
- Traffic crimes
- Court-related crimes
- Misdemeanors
Our Charlotte criminal defense lawyers can help with a wide range of issues
Alcohol-Related Crimes
Crimes involving alcohol range in severity and can result in stiff fines, jail time, loss of license, or community service. The Charlotte criminal defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC make sure your rights are protected and help you to challenge the following alcohol-related charges:
- DWI/DUI/BWI/drunk driving
- Under 21 DWI
- Open container
- Underage possession of alcohol
- Intoxicated and disruptive/drunk and disorderly
- Public intoxication
Drug-Related Crimes
North Carolina and Florida laws address drug use and possession with harsher sentences than alcohol because narcotics are illegal unless they are being used specifically as instructed by a doctor. Possession of any illegal substance or narcotic paraphernalia is a serious crime and has penalties that range from large monetary fines to lengthy jail sentences.
If you are charged with a drug-related crime, contact a Charlotte criminal lawyer at the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC as soon as possible. We will advise you through all questioning and take the steps necessary to protect your rights during this difficult process.
Weapons and Assault
In North Carolina, endangering a person’s life with a weapon can be punished with jail time, a fine, or a combination of sentences. Even a simple assault can carry a sentence involving jail.
More severe penalties can be considered when the chance of injury was great even if the actual injury was minor. Even causing someone to fear injury is a crime—it is not necessary to physically touch the person.
The laws concerning weapons and assault are complex and the punishments can vary greatly. It is critical to retain an attorney who understands the laws of your state. If you or a loved one has been charged with a weapons crime or assault, contact a Charlotte criminal lawyer from Estwanik & May, PLLC. We will be at your side every step of the way, and we will use our detailed knowledge of state laws to protect your rights and defend you.
Traffic Crimes
Traffic violations often require a strong criminal defense. The Charlotte criminal lawyers at Estwanik & May, PLLC provide a full range of support for traffic issues, including the following:
- Driver’s license restoration
- DMV hearings
- Suspended driver's license from tickets/points
Refer to our Traffic Matters page for more information on what services the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC provides.
Court-Related Crimes
Once you have been charged with a crime, the Charlotte courts have certain criminal defense requirements that must be followed to avoid further problems. The Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC provides the assistance needed when you are charged with crimes such as the following:
- Failure to pay fine
- Failure to appear/missed court date
- Order for arrest
We can also assist with the expungement or expunction of some charges from your criminal record. It may be possible to remove arrest records when the person charged is not convicted. In certain cases, juveniles convicted of a crime can get the records of the conviction expunged to offer them the opportunity for a fresh start.
Misdemeanors
Even when you are charged with a relatively minor crime, you may subject to a complicated legal process and face significant penalties. To ensure that your rights are protected, you need the services of an attorney who understands the details of the legal process within the state. The law firm of Estwanik & May, PLLC offers criminal defense attorneys in Charlotte who are well-versed in the laws of North Carolina and can help you obtain the best result when charged with any misdemeanor crime including, but not limited to, the following:
- Trespassing
- Shoplifting
- Solicitation of prostitution
- Crimes against nature
- Public urination
- Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) violations
Contact a criminal defense attorney in Charlotte
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If you face criminal charges—minor or serious—do not attempt to handle your own case. You need aggressive legal representation of an experienced Charlotte criminal law attorney. To ensure your rights are protected and obtain the best possible outcome for your case, contact the Charlotte Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC, at 704-754-8098 (English) or 704-900-2850 (Spanish). Or, contact us online.
Christopher May is licensed to practice in North Carolina and Florida and offers legal representation from our Charlotte office.
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Our Charlotte criminal attorneys provide legal representation throughout North Carolina for criminal cases. To speak with an experienced criminal defense lawyer, fill out this quick contact form or call us at (704) 754-8098. Our Charlotte criminal lawyers can answer any question you may have about criminal laws in Charlotte, North Carolina.
