Depending on the nature of the crime, an assault or battery charge could be a misdemeanor, or it could be a felony. In cases that involve weapons, the charges are more serious than in cases that do not. A case that involves a fight that both parties were actively engaged in is easier to defend…

One of your biggest concerns as a divorcing parent is your child’s well-being. The last thing you want when ending your marriage is to create a worse situation for your child. One of the most important considerations during a divorce is where your child will live and with whom. Ideally, parents will be able to…

Separation and divorce are emotionally and financially challenging life changes. In North Carolina, you cannot get divorced until you have lived separately in different residences for at least one full year. Thus, when you want to end your marriage, you first have to separate your households. For many people, simply separating in this way is…

The term “drug paraphernalia” is used to describe items that are used to make and/or use drugs. Those who aren’t familiar with drug culture often it’s easy to identify drug paraphernalia. For instance, if someone is found with a glass pipe, chances are good they are using it for a hardcore drug, such as meth…

Most people think of divorce as a bitter battle to end a marriage. This is usually what is portrayed on television and in movies, and sadly, it can be the reality for many families. Luckily, though, not all divorces are hostile. Some couples agree to end their marriage and are able to work through all of…

Have you been arrested for a criminal offense in North Carolina? If so, do you know what to do? The very first thing you need to do is exercise your right to remain silent. Anything you say during your arrest and before your attorney arrives could come back to haunt you later. Speaking of attorneys,…

Since the 1980s the United States of America has gone to war against drugs and the Charlotte, North Carolina area is no different. In fact, whether you agree or not, our lawmakers in North Carolina have decided to attack the ever-growing drug problem by increasing the penalties for drug related crimes. As a result, the…

For the fifth consecutive year Brandon Remington of Remington & Dixon, PLLC has received the Avvo Client Choice award for the practice areas of traffic tickets and criminal defense. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Charlotte, NC) Attorney Brandon Remington is proud to announce receiving, for the fifth consecutive year, the Avvo Client Choice award. This award was…

If you are arrested for any drug offenses in North Carolina, be prepared to spend some time in jail. Drug offenses here are based on weight, and the weight limits are not very high. You will face mandatory jail time if convicted, and there will most likely be fines along with that. The one way…

If you live in North Carolina and you are seeking a divorce, there are some important facts to keep in mind. North Carolina has two situations that they will consider to be grounds for divorce: 1) incurable insanity and 2) separation of the couple for one year. You must have been a resident of the…