Expert Chapel Hill Criminal Defense Lawyer
Misdemeanor Charges
You are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The prosecution has the job of proving your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. With an experienced attorney on your side, the prosecution's job can be difficult. At the Law Office of Barry T. Winston, our Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist* provides experienced, expert, and successful representation to individuals who are facing a variety of misdemeanor charges. We firmly believe that one mistake should not ruin the rest of a good person's life.
Do you need to speak with a lawyer regarding a misdemeanor charge such as a DWI/DUI or domestic violence? Contact Attorney Winston in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, today to get started on your defense. Attorney Winston can explain your rights and discuss the options available to you.
Remember, you are under no obligation to give any information to law enforcement officials. You have the constitutional right to remain silent and to seek legal help.
A Full Range of Misdemeanor Charges
Depending on the charges, a person convicted of a misdemeanor may face jail time, heavy fines, administrative suspension of driving privileges, and a number of other penalties. Since 1961, Attorney Winston has been defending people throughout North Carolina who have been accused of crimes. He defends people facing misdemeanor charges related to issues such as the following.
If you are a student at UNC, Duke, or NC State, or any neighboring college, or you are the parent of a college student facing a misdemeanor charge, you should know that there is help available. Our firm strives to obtain a dismissal or reduction of charges when possible. If the charge cannot be dismissed or reduced, we will fight for acquittal or explore alternative sentencing options. We always work hard to minimize the impact a misdemeanor crime have on your son or daughter's life. A mistake made by a young person with a bright future should not hinder their chances at future success.
Contact the Law Office of Barry T. Winston to arrange a consultation.
*Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the North Carolina State Bar
