Category: Criminal Defense
Answer: You can never have a hearing to restore your driver’s license in this state. North Carolina law forbids it.
Answer: In North Carolina, District Attorneys will not reduce a DWI charge to a lesser charge. Therefore, if you are convicted it will be a DWI conviction.
Answer: A dismissal is when the prosecutor decides to drop the case. Sometimes a dismissal comes after the assistant district attorney reviews the evidence and decides that the case is not strong enough or not worthy or prosecution. Other times, a dismissal is a reward for performing community service or…
Answer: For simple traffic matters, like speeding, seatbelt violations and accident tickets, we can probably quote you a price for legal services right over the phone. However, for criminal charges that are more serious, we prefer to meet with you in person. This is because there are many variations involved with…
Answer: Maybe. However, in some counties and in some courtrooms, the arresting officer won’t even be present unless your case is called for trial. At Kurtz & Blum, PLLC, we’ll do the necessary investigation on the case to make sure that any favorable witnesses are called.
Answer: At Kurtz & Blum, PLLC, our criminal law attorneys have handled charges from misdemeanor possession of marijuana to first degree murder and most everything in-between. We have litigation experience in multiple counties and in federal court. Chances are good that we’ve handled a charge like yours before, even though…
Answer: It’s true that we’re not the cheapest attorneys in town. You are paying for experience, knowledge, and stability. Kurtz & Blum, PLLC has three office locations and five criminal law attorneys. Combined, our attorneys have more than thirty years experience between them. They know the law – not only North Carolina…
Answer: Sure you can. The prosecutor or assistant district attorney will be happy to talk with you about your criminal charge. His life is easier if he doesn’t have to deal with criminal defense attorneys who are going to demand that your Constitutional rights are respected. It is his job…
Answer: At Kurtz & Blum, PLLC, we work hard to mitigate (lessen the negative effects) any previous criminal record. We understand that family difficulties, drug addiction, youth and inexperience and even mental illness can play a part in a person’s past. We believe that it is important to show the…
Answer: That’s fine. The only way to be sure is to talk with an attorney. At Kurtz & Blum, PLLC, we offer free consultations. You can call and make an appointment to speak with our experienced criminal law attorneys. At that appointment, the attorney will discuss the case with you,…
