Compare North Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers

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North Carolina residents facing criminal defense issues have access to attorneys who specialize in felonies, misdemeanors, drug offenses, assault, theft, and white-collar crimes. The legal framework in North Carolina differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Superior Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern criminal defense cases in this jurisdiction.

Criminal cases in North Carolina are prosecuted through Superior Court, with appeals handled by the Court of Appeals. Your constitutional rights apply, but North Carolina's own rules of criminal procedure determine how the case unfolds in practice. Early representation is critical — the decisions made in the first days after arrest often define the trajectory of the entire case. The North Carolina State Bar maintains standards for criminal defense practitioners in the state.

When selecting a criminal defense attorney in North Carolina, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Superior Court procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout North Carolina and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

For a detailed overview of how criminal defense law works in North Carolina — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to criminal defense law in North Carolina. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Howard Kurtz - Attorney
Howard Kurtz
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kurtz & Blum, PLLC
 434 Fayetteville Street Suite 710 Raleigh NC 27601
(919) 832-7700
University of North Carolina School of Law
English
U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Seth Blum - Attorney
Seth Blum
0/5 (0 reviews)
 434 Fayetteville Street Suite 710 Raleigh NC 27601
(919) 832-7700
Duke University School of Law (1990)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Shahzad Khan - Attorney
Shahzad Khan
0/5 (0 reviews)
Khan Law Office
 502 South Scales Street Reidsville NC 27320
(336) 905-4705
Elon University School of Law (2015)
English, Urdu
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Trevor Wilkinson - Attorney
Trevor Wilkinson
0/5 (0 reviews)
Powers Law Office PA
 2412 Arty Ave Charlotte NC 28208
(704) 342-4357
Capital University Law School (2022)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Traffic Tickets
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Paul Hefferon - Attorney
Paul Hefferon
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hefferon Law, PLLC
 6805 Fairview Rd Suite #100 Charlotte NC 28210
(704) 365-2600
English
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Construction Law
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Michael S. Litrenta - Attorney
Michael S. Litrenta
0/5 (0 reviews)
Litrenta Law, PLLC
 6000 Fairview Rd, Suite 1200 Charlotte NC 28210
(704) 800-4220
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (2007)
English
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Cannabis & Marijuana Law
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David A. Concha - Attorney
David A. Concha
0/5 (0 reviews)
 725 E Trade St #215 Charlotte NC 28202
(704) 525-8824
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
English, Spanish
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Scott Donaldson - Attorney
Scott Donaldson
0/5 (0 reviews)
Donaldson Law PLLC
 110 N 5th Ave Rear 1st Wilmington NC 28401
(910) 701-0005
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
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Raymond Allen Hayes II - Attorney
Raymond Allen Hayes II
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ray A. Hayes II, P.A.
 227 N Talbert Blvd Lexington NC 27292
(336) 425-2929
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (1995)
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Christopher R. Detwiler - Attorney
Christopher R. Detwiler
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Office of Christopher R. Detwiler, PLLC
 555 Fayetteville St Suite 201DL Raleigh NC 27601
(919) 526-7545
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (2009)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Traffic Tickets
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Lucky Narain - Attorney
Lucky Narain
0/5 (0 reviews)
Narain Legal
 209 Princess Street Wilmington NC 28401
(910) 763-7420
Fordham University School of Law (2006)
English, Spanish
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Construction Law
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Jonathon Speight - Attorney
Jonathon Speight
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Speight Law Firm, PC
 1904 Guess Rd Durham NC 27705
(919) 416-1177
English, Spanish, Spanish
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Immigration Law
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Melissa Gott - Attorney
Melissa Gott
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Group, Lawyers and Counselors at Law
 611 Princess Street Wilmington NC 28401
(910) 251-6088
Campbell University (2001)
English, Spanish
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
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W. Scott Harkey - Attorney
W. Scott Harkey
0/5 (0 reviews)
Harkey Litigation
 380 Knollwood St. Suite 305 Winston Salem NC 27103
(336) 733-7767
Campbell Law School
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Criminal Law
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Rachel Stariha - Attorney
Rachel Stariha
0/5 (0 reviews)
Khan Law Office
 502 South Scales Street Reidsville NC 27320
(336) 905-4705
Elon University (2015)
English, Spanish
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Lora Greene - Attorney
Lora Greene
0/5 (0 reviews)
 106 N Jackson St Yadkinville NC 27055
(336) 679-8000
Campbell Law School (1986)
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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Mark Nelson Morris - Attorney
Mark Nelson Morris
0/5 (0 reviews)
Farmer & Morris Law
 187 North Washington Street Rutherfordton NC 28139
(828) 286-3866
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Family Law
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Taylor Laumann - Attorney
Taylor Laumann
0/5 (0 reviews)
 P.O. Box 542 964 Copperfield Blvd. Concord NC 28026
(704) 720-0595
Campbell Law School (1999)
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Estate Planning Juvenile Law
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Tommy Kellis - Attorney
Tommy Kellis
0/5 (0 reviews)
 610 Arendell Street Morehead City NC 28557
(252) 772-9999
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School (2001)
English, Spanish
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law
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Colby Tilton Berry - Attorney
Colby Tilton Berry
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kurtz & Blum, PLLC
 434 Fayetteville St Suite 710 Raleigh NC 27601
(919) 832-7700
Thomas Jefferson School of Law (2003)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Jordan Ashley Morris - Attorney
Jordan Ashley Morris
0/5 (0 reviews)
Morris Law Office
 102 Person Street, Ste. C Fayetteville NC 28301
(910) 858-5005
Florida Coastal School of Law (2010)
Oklahoma Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Criminal Law Divorce
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Donald B. Ford - Attorney
Donald B. Ford
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ford Law Firm
 360 Lake Dornoch Drive Pinehurst NC 28374
(919) 414-7063
Bar #44669
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Criminal Law
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Meaghan Woodward - Attorney
Meaghan Woodward
0/5 (0 reviews)
Arnold & Smith PLLC
 200 N McDowell St Charlotte NC 28204
(704) 370-2828
Wake Forest University School of Law (2023)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Joshua D. Xerri - Attorney
Joshua D. Xerri
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tarlton Law PLLC
 PO Box 91624 Raleigh NC 27675
Wake Forest University (2021)
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Criminal Law White Collar Crime
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L. Bryan Smith - Attorney
L. Bryan Smith
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Group
 611 Princess Street Wilmington NC 28401
(910) 251-6088
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Criminal Law Divorce
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Morgan Davis - Attorney
Morgan Davis
0/5 (0 reviews)
Morgan Davis
 555 Fayetteville St. Suite 300 Raleigh NC 27601
(919) 756-6437
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law
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Lance Edmonds - Attorney
Lance Edmonds
0/5 (0 reviews)
Fidelity Law Group
 8511 Davis Lake Parkway Suite C6-138 Charlotte NC 28269
7042858111103
Liberty University School of Law (2016)
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law Employment Law
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Brad Buchanan - Attorney
Brad Buchanan
0/5 (0 reviews)
Brad Buchanan, Lawyer at Law PLLC
 114C South Maple Street Suite C Graham NC 27253
(336) 270-4315
Campbell Law School
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Brian S. Demidovich - Attorney
Brian S. Demidovich
0/5 (0 reviews)
 211 E. Six Forks Road Suite 205 Raleigh NC 27609
(919) 424-8319
Cleveland State University (1996)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Paul Ditz - Attorney
Paul Ditz
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ditz Edwards & Beam, PLLC
 111 N. Lafayette St Shelby NC 28150
Wake Forest University School of Law (1994)
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law Employment Law
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Steven L. Gourley - Attorney
Steven L. Gourley
0/5 (0 reviews)
Stewart, Schmidlin & Bullock PLLC
 115 S. Third Street Smithfield NC 27577
(919) 989-8900
Michigan State University College of Law
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Consumer Law
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Bill Powers - Attorney
Bill Powers
0/5 (0 reviews)
Powers Law Office PA
 2412 Arty Ave Charlotte NC 28208
(704) 342-4357
Campbell University (1989)
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Robert C. Slaughter III - Attorney
Robert C. Slaughter III
0/5 (0 reviews)
Slaughter & Lupton Law, PLLC
 5601 Virginia Beach Blvd. Suite 100 Virginia Beach VA 23462
(252) 439-0070
University of Virginia
Bar #16515
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Agricultural Law Criminal Law Military Law
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Kelly Bross Myers - Attorney
Kelly Bross Myers
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Kelly B. Myers, PLLC
 18805 W. Catawba Ave Suite 205-A Cornelius NC 28031
(704) 896-0906
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce Estate Planning
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William W. Phipps - Attorney
William W. Phipps
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Phipps Law Firm, PLLC
 905 Pireway Rd. P. O. Box 35 Tabor City NC 28463
(910) 653-7770
Bar #8459
South Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Worth Timothy Haithcock II - Attorney
Worth Timothy Haithcock II
0/5 (0 reviews)
Haithcock, Barfield, Hulse & Kinsey, PLLC in Goldsboro, North Carolina
 P.O. Drawer 7 231 E. Walnut Street Goldsboro NC 27533
(919) 735-6420
Campbell Law School (2005)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Woodberry Bowen - Attorney
Woodberry Bowen
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bowen & Brooks PLLC
 433 N Elm St Lumberton NC 28358
(910) 739-4357
University of North Carolina School of Law (1974)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
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