Feb 3, 2013 | Burglary/Robbery/Larceny, Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
An Albemarle, NC woman was arrested Wednesday for being in possession of items used to make counterfeit money, according to a police report.
The woman had 5 items in her possession that are typically used in counterfeiting currency.
The woman had her bond set at $4,000 and issued a February 11 court date. Officers at the Albemarle Police Department have stated local business have been complaining about certain customers attempting to use counterfeit money for purchases. The Abemarle Police Department had been working with the United States Secret Service in the counterfeiting case eventually uncovering the woman as the prime suspect in the case. Any criminal charge can bring hardship to the person facing the accusations.
Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to consult with one of our criminal attorneys. Our criminal attorneys handle many types of criminal cases in North and South Carolina. Our criminal attorneys want to help you or someone you know with his/her criminal charges. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Feb 3, 2013 | Brain Injury/Head Trauma, Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Authorities closed down a section of I-85 Northbound on Friday evening due to a car accident. The crash occurred around 4:00 p.m. at the Mallard Creek Church Road exit.
The N.C. Highway Patrol is saying the damage and injuries are serious. Officers stated that a motorcycle apparently rammed the back of a passenger car after the passenger car stopped to avoid colliding with slower traffic. Authorities are estimating the impact was so violent that it potentially forced the passenger car into another truck on the interstate.
Two people were treated for very serious injuries after the accident, according to a report. There still remains little information as to both of their conditions. Any type of serious injury can bring harm to the victim and his/her loved ones. One may have an action to recover damages for injuries sustained during an accident.
Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to consult with one of our personal injury attorneys. Our personal injury attorneys understand the emotional and financial hardships facing persons injured in an accident and want to help you or someone you might know. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Feb 1, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
When a child is a victim of a crime or accident, the child’s testimony will often play a critical role at trial, especially if other evidence is lacking. However, there are obvious issues with a child’s testimony. Will the child be able to communicate his or her thoughts to the judge and jury? Will the child understand the importance of the trial and telling the truth? Is the child being manipulated or unduly influenced? Will a sympathetic child’s testimony unduly sway a jury’s opinion over other persuasive facts and testimony?
The recent South Carolina Supreme Court case State v. Kromah addresses a prevalent practice especially in crimes involving children: the use of forensic interviewers. Given the concern about the truthfulness of children in situations where the child’s welfare is at stake and the competency of children to testify in open court, there arose a filed concerned with training individuals specific expertise in interviewing children and determining the truthfulness of the child. This field is generally called forensic interviewing. If a crime in South Carolina involves a child, the investigation is likely to involve a forensic interviewer and that forensic interviewer is likely to testify at trial.
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Jan 30, 2013 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Trucking/Tractor-Trailer Accidents, Uncategorized
Now that elections are over, North Carolina is turning its focus to solving the ongoing transportation crisis and addressing the toll it is taking on the economy.
North Carolina has been working for more, better and faster networks to move people throughout the city and surrounding areas.
The clogged roadways are causing crashes and choking off business opportunities, and the inadequate infrastructure is hitting drivers in operating and repair costs.
According to experts and advocates, there is no more time to waste; however, finding the political will and the taxpayer money will present challenges.
Construction and traffic congestion can be a frustrating occurrence during the everyday travels of American road users. However, it’s important for drivers to keep in mind that the driving environment in these circumstances requires extra vigilance to prevent accidents. If you find yourself in a construction zone or particularly congested traffic area, remain patient and pay attention to what is happening around you. If, despite your caution, you are involved in a serious accident, call the Accident Attorneys of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 30, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes and Controlled Substances Defense, Felony Drug Possession, Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance, Uncategorized
A Tegay Cay man had been fooling hospital authorities for some time now. According to a report, the man used five different names over a period of almost six years to obtain prescription pills from the Piedmont Medical Center.
Authorities stated that the man obtained the prescription pills by giving the hospital different false names, birthdates, and Social Security numbers to obtain the pills. A nurse and hospital director also stated to police the man came to the hospital on Friday morning complaining of pain and asking for a prescription. One of the nurses identified the man as having used a previous different name at the hospital.
Upon further investigation, the nurse found the man had been to the hospital before and he used different names to obtain controlled substances. Apparently, the man realized police were coming to question him at the hospital as he attempted to eavesdrop a conversation between a nurse and police officer. Authorities located the man in the hospital parking lot where he stated he went to grab his debit card. Officers placed the man under arrest for attempting to obtain the prescription pills and for driving under suspended license as his license had been suspended at the time of arrest.
Any criminal charge can bring hardship to the person facing the accusations. Contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to consult with one of our criminal attorneys. Our criminal attorneys handle many types of criminal cases in North and South Carolina, including drug charges. Our criminal attorneys want to help you or someone you know with his/her drug charges. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
Jan 30, 2013 | Child Accidents, Criminal Defense, Uncategorized
A Gaston County mother is accused of leaving her toddler in a cold car while she went shopping.
According to the warrant, the mother left her two-year-old son in a locked vehicle for almost an hour Tuesday while she went inside Walmart to shop. The temperature was 34 degrees and the vehicle was not running. Investigators say the child was cold to the touch.
The mother is being charged with felony neglect/child abuse resulting in serious injury. If you or someone you know has been charged with a serious crime, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower to consult with one of our criminal attorneys about any criminal charges. Our criminal attorneys handle many types of criminal cases in North and South Carolina and want to help you with your criminal charges. We are licensed in both North and South Carolina, where you can contact us at 704-499-9000 or 877-374-5999 toll-free.
