Category: Criminal Defense

Miranda and the Right to Remain Silent If you’re like most people, the idea of talking to a police officer can be pretty intimidating. You may have heard horror stories about people who talked to the police as part of a criminal investigation and ended up in jail – even…

If you have been accused of domestic violence, then you need to take the situation very seriously. A domestic violence protective order (50B) can have a devastating impact on your life and can result in a request for temporary custody of your children, loss of employment, and even jail time…

On June 2, 2020, the North Carolina State Bar recertified David Teddy as a specialist in North Carolina Criminal Law. Mr. Teddy has held a criminal law specialist certification from the North Carolina State Bar since 1999. Mr. Teddy’s fellow partner, Daniel Talbert is the only other member of the private defense bar for…

Driving without a license in North Carolina is prohibited by law, and those who are caught may face fines or even jail time. The penalty for driving without a license varies, and different factors may influence the penalties you face. This quick guide explains what you need to know. Ways…

Entering someone’s private property without permission sometimes seems like no big deal. You might not even see a “private property” sign. No matter how easy it is to wander into someone else’s space, it can still be considered a crime under North Carolina state law. But it’s important to know…

We all make mistakes in life. Sometimes they’re thoughtless, silly mistakes, like locking your keys in your car. Sometimes they’re big mistakes, like stealing something. With the help of our talented expunction lawyers at Teddy, Meekins & Talbert, P.L.L.C., you could move past even your big mistakes. It can be difficult…

The use of medical and recreational marijuana has become legal in many states. As a result, law enforcement has begun searching for new ways of identifying drivers who are under the influence and possibly impaired by marijuana and THC (the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana) based products. Unlike alcohol, where there…

When a person has been arrested for an alleged crime of domestic violence in North Carolina, they may be held without bail for up to 48 hours. Under state law, only a judge can set the conditions of an alleged offender’s release, but a magistrate can be authorized to set…

After being charged with a crime in North Carolina, you need to take steps to protect yourself. That includes hiring an experienced North Carolina criminal defense attorney. However, before you hire someone to represent you throughout the criminal process, it is a smart idea to know what to look for…