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If you are facing criminal charges, your rights, your freedom, and your future are on the line. King Law's defense team investigates aggressively and fights to protect all three.
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Being charged with a crime does not make you guilty. The state carries the burden of proving its case beyond a reasonable doubt, and a skilled defense can challenge that case at every step.
King Law defends clients against state and federal criminal charges across North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Tennessee. From the moment charges are filed, our team works to investigate the facts, evaluate the evidence, and build the strongest defense available for your situation.
Time matters in criminal cases. The earlier you have counsel, the more options your defense team has.
We analyze the charges against you, identify constitutional issues, and provide you with a clear picture of where you stand and what options are available.
We interview witnesses, examine how evidence was collected, challenge the legality of stops and searches, and look for every weakness in the state's case.
Where appropriate, we work with prosecutors to pursue reduced charges, alternative sentencing, or favorable plea agreements. Every decision is made with your input and approval.
If your case goes to court, our attorneys come prepared. We challenge the state's evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and advocate for the strongest possible outcome.
King Law defends clients against a full range of criminal charges, from misdemeanors to federal offenses, across all three states.
We challenge the traffic stop, field sobriety testing procedures, and breathalyzer accuracy to protect your record and your license.
We defend against possession, distribution, manufacturing, and trafficking charges at both the state and federal levels.
We represent clients facing assault charges, whether simple, aggravated, or domestic in nature.
We handle cases from shoplifting through armed robbery, with a focus on minimizing record impact.
We provide thorough defense in cases involving statutory violations, indecent exposure, and related charges.
We represent minors facing criminal charges and work to protect their records and futures.
We defend clients facing fraud, embezzlement, and other financially motivated charges.
We represent clients facing revocation hearings and work to protect their existing terms.
We defend clients in federal court, where procedures and penalties differ significantly from those in state court.
We work to clear eligible charges and convictions from your record so you can move forward.
We handle unlawful possession, carry, and use charges across all three states.
Each state has its own grounds, timelines, and procedures. Here is how North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee compare on the matters that affect your case most.
Category
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee
DWI/DUI BAC Limit
.08 (.04 for CDL holders)
.08 (.04 for CDL holders)
.08 (.04 for CDL holders)
First-Offense DWI
Misdemeanor; fine and license revocation
Misdemeanor; fine and possible jail time
Class A misdemeanor; fine up to $2,500 and license revocation
Drug Possession
Misdemeanor or felony, depending on the substance and amount
Misdemeanor or felony, depending on the substance and amount
Simple possession is a misdemeanor; larger amounts carry felony charges
Expungement Eligibility
Available for certain charges and convictions
More limited eligibility than NC
Available under TCA 40-32-101; eligibility varies by offense
Felony Classification
Class A through I
Class A through F
Class A through E
Jury Trial Right
Guaranteed for all criminal charges
Guaranteed for all criminal charges
Guaranteed for all criminal charges
No. You have the right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present before answering any questions. Exercise both. Statements made without counsel can be used against you.
Misdemeanors typically carry fines and up to one year in jail. Felonies carry heavier sentences and can have lasting consequences for employment, housing, and civil rights. The distinction matters. Contact us before entering any plea.
In some cases, yes. Eligibility depends on the type of charge, the outcome, and the amount of time that has passed. Our team can review your record and advise you on your options.
Contact an attorney immediately. Failure-to-appear charges and arrest warrants can be issued quickly. Prompt action can often limit the consequences.
Our team can advise on bond hearings and bail reduction motions. Do not assume the first bail amount set is final.
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