On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense
Sex offenses are particular criminal issues that legislatures in North Carolina and around the country have taken a harsh stance against. Not only have the state lawmakers established fines and penalties, but continuing public safety is…
On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense
Assaults and violent crimes are charged as either felonies or misdemeanors in Gaston County, North Carolina. Depending on the circumstances around the incident, a common defense for assault and battery is self-defense. Claiming self-defense The most…
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Doctors or clinics in North Carolina sometimes offer free medical services as a form of community outreach and support. However, these seemingly positive actions can result in violations of federal laws. Unless conducted in careful compliance…
On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense
Assaults and violent crimes are not always prosecuted in the courtroom; a plea agreement is often reached before the case ever reaches trial. You may want to know what you can expect if you find yourself…
On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense
The courts in North Carolina have used eyewitnesses in criminal proceedings for decades. Witnesses are supposed to establish facts and help the authorities determine whether someone is guilty of a crime. However, witnesses can make mistakes…
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Everyone convicted of a sex offense in North Carolina is required to register with the Department of Public Safety as a sex offender. The registration period typically requires the convicted sex offender to be listed for…
On Behalf of The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford DWI Defense
Insider trading is a white-collar crime that you may have heard about in North Carolina, but you might not know what it entails or why you should care. Insider trading is when someone who has access…
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It is hard to definitively define wire fraud. There are many different techniques that people use to commit mail or wire fraud in South Carolina. However, the same types of wired technologies are used, and the…
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There is a good chance that you obtained a mortgage to finance the purchase of your North Carolina home. It’s also likely that you obtained the loan in a lawful manner. However, it’s not uncommon for…
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When violent crimes are committed in North Carolina, what many people don’t know is that there’s a difference in these crimes depending on the state of mind of the person who committed them. Specific intent and…