Sanford Criminal Law Attorneys
Sanford Criminal Law Lawyers
Being arrested for a crime is an extremely daunting and stressful experience. If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony in Lee County, the experienced legal team at the Sanford Law Group is here to help you.
At Sanford Law Group, we understand that everyone is innocent until proven guilty and that an arrest is not a conviction. We strive to provide comprehensive legal advice to all of our clients. We will work with you to achieve the best resolution possible for your case, whether through negotiated plea arrangements or trial.
Are you facing a criminal charge? Or perhaps, a loved one? Do not wait until things become worse, immediately contact a criminal law attorney to handle the legal matters properly. Facing a criminal charge is a very serious matter. Many are getting stressed and emotionally drained because one criminal charge can ruin one’s future, career, image, or family. Here is Sanford Law Group, we understand your priorities in life and we will make sure to protect you and your goals in life. We are ready to fight for your rights and defend you in court. The attorneys at Sanford Law Group will protect your best interests.
Our Attorneys can represent clients in a variety of criminal cases, including the following:
| Misdemeanors | |||
| Class 3 (least serious type- maximum penalty 20 days in jail and up to $200 in fines) including: | |||
| Simple possession of marijuana | City Code Violations | Misuse of the 911 system | And More |
| Class 2 (maximum penalty 60 days in jail and up to $1,000 in fines) including: | |||
| Carrying a concealed weapon without permit | Simple Assault | Disorderly Conduct | And More |
| Class 1 (maximum penalty 120 days in jail, and fines up to was the court feels is appropriate) including: | |||
| Assault or Battery | Prostitution | Possession of Stolen Goods | And More |
| Class A1 (most serious type- maximum penalty 150 days in jail, and fines up to what the court feels is appropriate) including: | |||
| Assault with a deadly weapon | Violation of a restraining order | Assault inflicting serious injury | And more |
There are a few important things to bear in mind regarding the statute of limitations in North Carolina. For misdemeanors, the statute of limitations of 2 years, and there is no statute of limitations for felonies or malicious misdemeanors.
Criminal charges are no joke. Furthermore, if you are charged with a felony that has jail time, it will greatly affect your career. Spending your time in jail means lost income and it might cause you to lose your job. Moreover, people who spent time in jail are having a hard time finding another good-paying job. That is why you must let an accomplished and experienced attorney who practices in criminal law to handle your case.
With combined legal experience more than 100 years, the criminal defense lawyers in Sanford Law Group provides only the best approaches in defending clients against criminal charges, may it be federal or state, which includes sex crimes ranging from statutory rape, rape, soliciting sex crimes, sexual assault, and sexual battery; violent crimes including homicide or murder; Driving under influence (DUI); drug offenses, either trafficking or using of drugs; theft or shoplifting; white-collar crimes such as frauds and bribery; environmental crimes such as illegal trading of wildlife and illegal discharge of waste to waters of the state; internet crimes like child pornography; and vehicular crimes.
Dealing with imprisonment is a very difficult situation, our team at Sanford Law Group can help you fight back and protect your rights. Our team is ready to assist you in all phases. Our members at Sanford Law Group have over 100 years of experience combined. Our firm has started way back in 1953. We provide top-quality legal service and we uphold our integrity.
Facing criminal charges could indeed be very stressful and overwhelming. What more now that things became more complicated as a result of the pandemic that is sickening the world. The good thing is with the experiences of the defense lawyers in Sanford Law Group, they can understand the impact of the complex criminal proceedings on the physical, emotional, and financial aspects of the client. The attorneys also realize that each case is unique thus also deserves a unique approach. As honest as it can be, it is made sure that the clients are informed about the process and the status of their case.
Battling coronavirus adds stress and hinders people from dealing with their legal concerns. That is why Sanford Law Group will hold still its dedication in assisting and defending its clients at all costs. If you need help, do not hesitate to contact us via phone call, e-mail, or through the contact form of our website and let us have a fruitful consultation.
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or would like more information about North Carolina criminal cases, please contact the Sanford Law Group today. We are proud to serve the people of Sanford, Broadway, and the surrounding areas in Lee County. We can be reached by phone at 919-776-4131, via email, or through our contact form.