If you’ve been charged: what to do first
- Read your paperwork. The citation, summons or release order lists the charge, the court and your court date.
- Follow every release condition. If a judge set conditions, such as no contact with someone, breaking them can bring a new charge.
- Don’t talk about the case. Don’t discuss it with the other people involved, or post about it online.
- Go to every court date. Missing one can lead to an order for your arrest.
- Call a lawyer before your first court date, so there’s time to look at the case.
Matters we review
Christine reviews North Carolina criminal and traffic matters, including traffic tickets and domestic violence charges. Tell us the charge and the county when you call, and she’ll tell you whether the firm can help.
We don’t handle South Carolina criminal cases.
How it works
- You call and give us the charge, the county and the court date.
- Christine reviews the matter and tells you whether the firm can take it on.
- If we can, you get a written fee agreement before any work begins.
No lawyer can promise how a case will end, and we won’t. What Christine can do is explain the charge, the possible outcomes under North Carolina law, and your choices at each step.
How the fee is set
The fee depends on the charge and the court. You’ll see it in writing before any work begins.
Contact us
Call 980-243-4470. Have your paperwork in front of you when you call. You can also request a time online.
Responsible attorney: Christine Hart (North Carolina), 122 N. McDowell Street, Charlotte, NC 28204.