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Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense lawyers in North Carolina

From a first arrest to an appeal, defense lawyers protect your rights at every hearing and negotiation.

Lawyers (88)

Eugene W. Ellison

Self

Office in Asheville, North Carolina

Criminal Defense · Divorce & Family Law · General Practice

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3.740 reviews

Fred J. Williams

Office in Durham, North Carolina

Criminal Defense · Education Law

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Henderson Hill

ACLU/CPP

Office in Charlotte, North Carolina

Criminal Defense

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Imani Dante Hutty

The Banks Law Firm, P.A.

Office in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina

Licensing & Regulatory Law · Civil Litigation · Criminal Defense

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James E. Hairston, Jr.

Hairston Lane, PA

Office in Raleigh, North Carolina

Appeals · Civil Litigation · Civil Rights

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Common questions

Should I talk to police before hiring a lawyer?

You can decline questions and ask for a lawyer. That request is your right.

What does expungement do?

It clears qualifying records so most background checks no longer show the case.

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