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Thomas Amburgey Included in Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2020

Thomas Amburgey and the Amburgey Law Firm are pleased to announce that Thomas has been included in North Carolina Super Lawyers’ Rising Stars list in 2020.

Thomas is a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law. He is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer and has been continuously recognized by the Rising Stars and Business North Carolina Legal Elite for several years.

Amburgey Law is a criminal defense firm providing defense representation to adults and juveniles accused of crimes throughout Western North Carolina. Thomas is a Board-Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law and focuses his practice on matters involving theft, violence, weapons, substances, probation matters, white-collar crimes and investigations, and capital crimes, and gladly accepts referrals in these areas.

The articles on this blog are accurate as of their date of publication and are intended to provide general information about the status of the law and commonly accepted practices in North Carolina.
These articles should not be considered legal advice.
For personalized guidance, we recommend consulting with a qualified attorney.

FELONIES & MISDEMEANORS

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

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

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

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 CRIME

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
THEFT / PROPERTY CRIME

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 OFFENSES

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

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
UNDERAGE OFFENSES

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 CRIME

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

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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