Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike many attorneys, my initial consultations are always free. Many questions I am frequently asked are available to you on the internet. As a service to you I have compiled a list of very useful sites where you may find fast answers to many basic questions when time is important and you need to have some reliable information quickly.

  

I have a criminal court appearance in North Carolina. How do I find out the date, time and location of my appearance?
Look here: http://www1.aoc.state.nc.us/www/calendars/CriminalQuery.html

Can I find out if someone has been arrested, what the are the charge(s) and is the person in custody in the Mecklenburg County jail?
Look here: http://mcsowebsvr.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/inmatesearch/inmate_search.asp

Can I find out if there is an outstanding warrant for arrest for someone? 
Look here: http://warrantinquiryweb.co.mecklenburg.nc.us

Can I visit inmates in the Mecklenburg County Jail? Send them money for personal hygiene products, clothing, etc.?
Look here: http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/MCSO/Inmate+Information/Visitation+Schedule.htm

Where can I find out about arrests in other North Carolina Counties?
Look here: http://www.nccourts.org/County/Default.asp

How can I find out if someone is a prisoner in a North Carolina State Prison (North Carolina Department of Corrections)? 
Look here: http://webapps6.doc.state.nc.us/apps/offender/search1

How can I contact Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies in North Carolina? 
Look here: http://www.jus.state.nc.us/NCJA/cjlinks.htm


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  • Assault and Battery
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