CRIMINAL DEFENSE OF
FELONIES AND MISDEMEANORS
IN NORTH CAROLINA
Felonies and misdemeanors are descriptive legal terms relating to the severity of a crime. Felonies are more serious crimes with greater penalties than misdemeanors, though misdemeanor crime can have long term and sever repercussions. Thomas represents people accused of both felonies and misdemeanors in Western North Carolina. While the list below is not all inclusive, they are representative of the types of felony and misdemeanor charges commonly faced by North Carolina citizens:
FELONY OFFENSES
- Arson
- Assault
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon
- Breaking and Entering
- Bribery
- Burglary
- Conspiracy
- Credit Card Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Felony Child Abuse
- Felony Death by Vehicle
- First Degree Murder
- Forgery
- Fraud
- Identify Theft
- Kidnapping
- Larceny
- Manslaughter
- Obtaining Property by False Pretense
- Obstruction of Justice
- Perjury
- Possession of a Firearm by a Felon
- Possession of Stolen Goods
- Robbery
- Second Degree Murder
- Second Degree Vehicular Murder
- Vehicular Homicide
MISDEMEANOR CRIMES
- Affray
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Child Abuse
- Cyber stalking
- Discharging a Firearm
- Disorderly Conduct
- Driving While Impaired (DWI)
- Failure to Appear
- Fake ID
- Harassment
- Larceny
- Littering
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Property Damage
- Providing alcohol to a minor
- Resisting Arrest (Resist Delay Obstruct a Law Enforcement Officer)
- Riot
- Shoplifting
- Simple Assault
- Simple Possession of Marijuana
- Solicitation of a Prostitute
- Trespassing
- Underage alcohol consumption
- Underage alcohol possession
- Underage or Provisional DWI
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If you have been charged with any felony or misdemeanor in North Carolina, as an adult or a juvenile, call Thomas Amburgey at 828.989.3210. Get the defense you need and the representation you deserve.
Felony Crimes and Misdemeanors
Thomas Amburgey is a criminal defense lawyer that represents people in a wide and inclusive range of felony and misdemeanor accusations and charges. If you have been accused of a crime, no matter how small you believe it to be, call Thomas today and begin protecting your rights under the Constitution.
Homicide & Capital Crime
Murder is one of the most serious crimes to be accused of and, if convicted, is accompanied by a life sentence, possibly without parole. Some examples of murder charges are:
- Voluntary Manslaughter
- Involuntary Manslaughter
- Vehicular Homicide
- Second-Degree Murder
- First-Degree Murder
Weapons Offenses
Thomas Amburgey’s extensive trial experience as a prosecutor allows him to intimately understand the weaknesses of the state’s case, where their positions lie, and how to best communicate with the DA. He knows the courtroom. Through more than seventy jury trials, he’s gained an innate understanding of what is most important for putting you in the position to win.
- felon in possession of a firearm
- violation of conceal/carry laws
- assault with a deadly weapon
- illegal sale of weapons
DUI / DWI
North Carolina law enforcement does not take DWI/DUI matters lightly and has some of the most stringent sentencing structures in the Country. If you are found to be legally intoxicated on a North Carolina highway, we firmly recommend that you seek a defense lawyer with particular experience with North Carolina DWI/DUI charges. As a former prosecutor, criminal defense attorney Thomas Amburgey is exceptionally knowledgeable of the State Court systems and the DWI/DUI process.
Violent Crimes: Assault, Battery, Domestic Violence
- Assault and Battery
- Assault with Intent to Kill
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon
- Domestic Violence
- Hate Crimes
- Sexual Assault, Rape
- Manslaughter
- Murder/Homicide
- Robbery and Burglary (Breaking and Entering)
- Vehicular Manslaughter
- Violation of Domestic Protective Order (Restraining Order)
- Weapons Crimes
Larceny: Theft, Burglary, Shoplifting
- Concealment of merchandise in a store
- Felony larceny of motor vehicle parts
- Larceny of gasoline at a service station
- Receiving or possessing stolen goods
- Removal of a shopping cart from store premises
Sex Crimes: Child Abuse, Child Pornography, Rape
- Abuse and Sexual Assault
- Indecent exposure, lewd and lascivious conduct
- Indecent liberties with a juvenile
- Internet Sex Crimes
- Molestation
- Pimping, pandering, and prostitution
- Rape and Date Rape
- Sexual Harassment
- Statutory rape (sex with a minor)
Probation Violations
- Failing to report to a probation officer
- Missing curfew
- Testing positive for alcohol or drugs
- Failing to pay fines or restitution
- New charges
Student Offenses
- Assault
- Disorderly conduct
- DWI and DWI under 21
- Fake ID possession
- Underage possession of alcohol
- Possession of marijuana with intent to distribute or for personal use
- Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Prescription Drug Charges
- Sexual assault or battery
DRUG & SUBSTANCE OFFENSES
A drug crime conviction can impose some of the harshest penalties available, including hefty fines, seizure of property, and possible imprisonment. If you are faced with any type of drug crime, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you navigate the complex drug laws of North Carolina.
White-Collar Crime
Common white-collar crimes include:
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
- Money Laundering
- Forgery
If you suspect that you are the subject of a criminal, corporate, or governmental investigation, seek the assistance of an experienced criminal lawyer to help you.
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