Probation is a form of supervised release that allows individuals to avoid serving time in jail or prison, provided they comply with certain court-ordered conditions. But when those conditions are violated—whether intentionally or unintentionally—the consequences can be serious. At Ley Law Firm, with offices in Greenville, Wilson, and Goldsboro, North Carolina, we help clients understand […]
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If you own a vehicle in North Carolina, changes are coming to your auto insurance policy that could affect your wallet and your legal protections. Beginning July 1, 2025, several key updates will go into effect under state law. These changes will increase minimum coverage limits, adjust how underinsured motorist claims are handled, and expand
In North Carolina, your driver’s license can be revoked for a variety of different reasons. Finding out that your license is suspended is stressful, but the consequences of driving with a revoked license can be even worse. “Driving While License Revoked” or “DWLR” means that you are operating a motor vehicle even though the State
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If you or a loved one is listed on North Carolina’s Sex Offender Registry, you may be wondering: Can I ever get off the list? The answer is yes — in some cases, individuals can petition to be removed from the registry. However, the path to removal is complex and requires careful legal analysis, as
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What is retroactive child support? There are three main types of child support sought in a child support matter. The most commonly seen is prospective child support. Prospective child support is what a parent typically seeks initially when they file for child support – in other words, it is the money to be paid to
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The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is the cornerstone of your right to an attorney. In plain language, it says that in “all criminal prosecutions”, the accused has the right “to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense”. In other words, if you’re charged with a crime, you are entitled to have a lawyer defend you in
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One of the most critical moments to have a lawyer is when the police want to question you. We’ve all heard the phrase “You have the right to remain silent” on TV. This is part of your Miranda rights, which police must read you during a custodial interrogation. Importantly, those rights include the right to have an attorney present during
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Not every case goes to trial. In fact, the majority of criminal cases are resolved through plea deals rather than jury verdicts. Statistics show that “the overwhelming majority (90 to 95 percent) of cases result in plea bargaining” This means it’s very likely you might face a choice of whether to take a plea bargain – an
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In North Carolina, obtaining “Emergency Custody” of a child is a powerful, but very limited tool. Emergency custody occurs when temporary sole physical custody is granted to one party on the basis of a sworn affidavit alone. Because there is no hearing, Courts take this process very seriously, only granting emergency custody under certain circumstances
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In North Carolina, law enforcement officers are permitted to set up checkpoints for specific, lawful purposes—such as checking for impaired drivers or ensuring compliance with licensing requirements. But being stopped at a checkpoint can be stressful, even if you haven’t done anything wrong. At Ley Law Firm, we believe it’s essential to understand your rights
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