Criminal Charges
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. Each step of the process has rules to protect you:
- Prosecution must prove guilt
- Right to remain silent and refuse to answer questions
- Right to an attorney
If you charged with a crime, it is critical to know your rights. You benefit from having an attorney present, no matter how small the charge may seem. The Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC, will protect your rights and make sure your case is treated with the attention that is required.
We 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
Alcohol-Related Crimes
Crimes involving alcohol range in severity and can result in stiff fines, jail time, loss of license, or community service. 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, outside of very specific cases with doctor's instructions. Possessions of any illegal substance or narcotic paraphernalia are serious crimes and have penalties that range from large monetary fines to lengthy jail sentences.
If you are charged with a drug-related crime, contact 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 dangerous 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 putting someone in fear of injury without physically touching the person is a serious crime.
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 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. At Estwanik & May, PLLC, we provide a full range of support for traffic issues, including the following:
- Driver’s License Restoration
- DMV Hearings
- Suspended Drivers License from tickets/points
Refer to our Traffic Matters page for more information on what services the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC, provide.
Court-Related Crimes
Once you have been charged with a crime, the courts have certain requirements that must be followed to avoid further problems. The Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC, provide the assistance needed when you are charged with any of these:
- 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 state’s legal process. The Law Firm of Estwanik & May, PLLC, is 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 us
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When you need an attorney, contact the Law Offices of Estwanik & May, PLLC, at 708-210-8718 (English) or 704-900-2850 (Spanish). Or, contact us online.
Christopher May is licensed to practice in North Carolina and Florida and offer legal representation from our Charlotte office.
Estwanik & May, PLLC, provides legal services to the following cities:
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Our clients bring cases to our lawyers from a wide geographical area, including the following counties:
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We provide legal representation for large civil cases throughout North Carolina.
