Criminal Defense Attorney in Greensboro

Facing a Charge? Get Guidance Backed by North Carolina Court Experience

A criminal charge can affect your freedom, finances, driving privileges, and employment. Before answering substantive questions or making decisions about your case, speak with one of our criminal defense attorneys who can evaluate the charge, available evidence, release conditions, and upcoming court dates.

Don’t discuss the facts with investigators, alleged victims, witnesses, friends, or on social media. Early advice can help you understand how to address questioning, a search and seizure issue, or restrictions imposed after an arrest.

To speak with our Greensboro criminal defense attorneys, give us a call or contact us online today.

Criminal Charges We Defend in Greensboro

Roupas Law Firm, PLLC represents clients charged with the following offenses in North Carolina courts:

• Driving while impaired (DWI)
• Reckless and careless driving
• Driving without a valid license
• Driving without insurance
• Assault
• Domestic violence
• Drug crimes

The legal issues and possible consequences depend on the alleged conduct, charge classification, prior record, and evidence. Misdemeanor charges and felony charges can also follow different paths through District Court or Superior Court.

What to Do If You’re Arrested in Greensboro

Protecting Your Rights During an Arrest

First, remember your right to remain silent. You aren’t obligated to answer questions about the alleged offense without a lawyer present. Politely but firmly inform the arresting officers that you choose to exercise this right. Anything you say can be used against you in court, so it’s best to wait for legal counsel before making any statements.

Request to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can advise you on how to proceed, help protect your rights, and evaluate the available options. If you can’t afford a lawyer, request a public defender.

Regardless of the offense you’re charged with, you have the right to have your attorney present during questioning by police or prosecutors and at court proceedings where counsel is permitted.

During the arrest process, you may be searched and your personal belongings confiscated. Cooperate with the officers, but don’t physically resist or attempt to argue the legality of the search during the encounter. If you believe the search is unlawful, inform your attorney, who can evaluate whether it may be challenged later.

Documenting the Arrest & Preparing for Court

Keep track of the details of your arrest. Note the officers’ names, badge numbers, witness information, and what occurred before and during the encounter. Preserve citations, release documents, and court paperwork for your attorney.

After your arrest, you’ll generally be taken to a police station or detention facility for booking. This may involve recording your personal information, taking fingerprints, and photographing you. The next steps depend on the charge, release status, and circumstances of the arrest.

Don’t discuss your case with anyone other than your attorney, including cellmates or friends. Conversations can be overheard and potentially used against you.

Finally, follow your attorney’s advice throughout the legal proceedings. Your attorney can help you understand your court obligations, assess the prosecution’s evidence, and prepare for plea discussions or trial.

DWI Charges & Driving Privileges in North Carolina

If you’re charged with a DWI, a conviction can result in fines, probation, court-ordered alcohol treatment and education, loss of your driver’s license, and a jail sentence. The specific consequences depend on the facts, sentencing factors, prior history, and applicable North Carolina law. Our drunk driving lawyer can evaluate the criminal charge and related license issues.

A DWI can involve both a criminal proceeding and a separate administrative issue affecting your North Carolina driving privilege. Refusal of a chemical analysis and other DWI-related events may trigger license consequences apart from the criminal case. In addition to advocating for you in the criminal matter, our lawyers can work with you to pursue restoration of your driving privileges when available.