Dorm Room Searches in NC: Do Campus Police Need a Warrant?
Key Takeaways Going off to college is an amazing time. You finally have your own space. But living in a dorm room can also be very confusing when it comes to your privacy. What happens if the school or the police want to search your room? Hello! My name is Attorney Micah Huggins. We have […]
Do I Have to Perform Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs) in North Carolina?
Key Takeaways It is late at night. You are driving home from a nice dinner in downtown Greensboro or High Point. Suddenly, you see those flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror. Your stomach drops. You pull over. The police officer walks up to your window, shines a bright flashlight in your face, and asks, […]
What Are Embezzlement Charges in NC and How Can You Defend Yourself?
Key Takeaways Hi there! My name is Attorney Micah Huggins. I am the founder of Huggins Law Firm, P.C.. For over a decade, we have been helping good people in our community out of tough spots. We are very highly rated, and we have won multiple awards. But to me, awards are just shiny objects. […]
Felony vs. Misdemeanor Larceny in NC: What is the Dollar Amount That Changes Everything?
Key Takeaways When people make mistakes, the legal system can come down on them like a ton of bricks. Sometimes, a tiny mistake at a store can turn into a nightmare that threatens your job, your freedom, and your family. Hello, my name is Attorney Micah Huggins. I am the founder of Huggins Law Firm, […]
State vs. Federal Criminal Charges in North Carolina: What’s the Difference?
Key Takeaways If you are reading this, you are probably scared. The police just knocked on your door. Or maybe your loved one just got locked up. Someone mentioned the word “federal,” and your heart dropped. Hi, I am Attorney Micah Huggins. I founded Huggins Law Firm, P.C.. We have been in business for over […]
How is Bail Set in Guilford County, NC? (And How Can You Get a Bond Reduction Fast?)
Key Takeaways When the phone rings in the middle of the night and you find out someone you love is sitting in jail, your whole world stops. Your heart races. You feel helpless. Your very first thought is: How do I get them out? Hi, my name is Attorney Micah Huggins. I am the founder […]
Why Am I Being Charged for Drugs or Guns That Aren’t Mine in NC?
Key Takeaways Hi there. My name is Attorney Micah Huggins. I am the founder of Huggins Law Firm, P.C. Let’s talk about a very scary situation that happens to good people every single day. Imagine you are driving down the road in Greensboro. A friend is riding in your passenger seat. The police pull you […]
Weapons Charges in North Carolina: Felony vs. Misdemeanor — What You’re Really Facing
Weapons Charges in North Carolina: Felony vs. Misdemeanor — What You’re Really Facing The charge on that paper in your hand means something very specific. Here’s exactly what it means — and where your defense begins. Possession of a firearm by a felon is the single most commonly sentenced felony in all of North Carolina. […]
What to Expect at Your First Criminal Court Appearance in NC
I want to start by telling you something that doesn’t get said enough. Being charged with a crime does not make you a bad person. It makes you a person who is now navigating one of the most complicated, intimidating systems in American life — a system that has its own language, its own rhythms, […]
What to Do If You Get a Bench Warrant in NC
It usually starts with a feeling. Something in the back of your mind — a court date you may have missed months ago, a ticket you kept meaning to deal with, a situation from a while back that you thought was resolved but maybe wasn’t. And now you’re not totally sure where things stand. You’ve […]