Criminal law
North Carolina has enacted a new anti-money laundering law aimed at curbing financial crimes. The law, encapsulated in House Bill 495, outlines stringent measures and penalties for individuals and organizations involved in money laundering activities. At Harkey Litigation, we recognize the importance of understanding these legal changes, especially for those who may be affected. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what you need to know.
Winston-Salem White Collar criminal defense attorney W. Scott Harkey was recent recognized by Super Lawyers.
Winston Salem attorney W. Scott Harkey, has been recognized as a member of Business North Carolina's 2024 Legal Elite. He joins a short list of less than 4% of North Carolina lawyers.
Myths and misconceptions about North Carolina's criminal law can often cloud the understanding of legal rights and obligations. From mistaken beliefs about self-defense to confusion about search and seizure procedures, these myths can have serious consequences for individuals involved in criminal cases
Winston-Salem attorney W. Scott Harkey was recently appointed to Chair the North Carolina Bar Association's Criminal Justice Section for 2023-2024. This will be Harkey's fourth consecutive year on the Executive Committee for the section, where he served as Council Member from 2017 to 2020.
Drug trafficking charges are some of the most serious offenses under North Carolina law. An experienced attorney can provide a solid defense.
In North Carolina, Identity Theft is a felony offense. It involves the possession or use of identifying information of another person for fraudulent gain.
Winston-Salem White Collar criminal defense attorney W. Scott Harkey was recent recognized by Super Lawyers.
In North Carolina, Larceny is the unlawful taking and carrying away of the personal property of another, without consent, and with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the personal property. Larceny of goods that are more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) is a Class H felony. If the goods are valued at one thousand dollars ($1,000) or less, then the larceny is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. It establishes how reasonable searches are defined, and under what circumstances a law enforcement officer can conduct a search with a warrant and without. Since things like traffic stops are considered forms of seizure, in order for them to be “reasonable” a police officer must demonstrate that there was reasonable suspicion for pulling a car over. Further,…
Criminal law