Criminal Law

Our criminal law attorneys defend clients against felony and misdemeanor charges in North and South Carolina. We understand how intimidating it is to be charged with a crime and face the criminal justice system.

Nothing can throw your life out of balance like the challenge of grappling with a criminal charge. The lawyer you choose today could make a tremendous difference in your life tomorrow, becuase few things are as important to a person as their freedom. We want to ensure that your rights are protected and that you come of of this situation in the best possible way and restore the balance in your life.

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