Criminal Defense

When you need expert criminal defense

If you are being investigated or have been charged with a crime, having an expert criminal defense attorney is crucial. We advise clients that it is never too early to hire an attorney for your criminal defense chare. The best course of action is to err on the side of caution and call a lawyer as soon as possible. If you believe you are a suspect in a criminal case, contact The Clifford Division now. The Clifford Division represents North Carolina clients in all criminal matters, including:

Felonies
Misdemeanors
State crimes
Federal crimes

Felonies

A felony is a serious crime. Sentences for felony convictions can include hefty fines, probation, and a year or more in jail. The most severe penalty in North Carolina is the death penalty.

For legal assistance, please call toll free 877-645-2354 and ask for The Clifford Division or use our convenient contact us form.

Our skilled lawyers handle felony criminal defense for many crimes, including:

Aggravated assault
Arson
Assault and battery
Bank fraud
Bankruptcy fraud
Bribery
Burglary
Child abuse
Child exploitation
Child pornography
Child procurement
Computer hacking
Conspiracy
Counterfeiting
Credit card fraud
Cultivation
Cyber crime
Date rape
Distribution
Domestic violence
Drug crimes

Embezzlement
Extortion
Failure to register
Forgery
Hate crimes
Health care fraud
Home invasion
Homicide
Identity theft
Insurance fraud
Internet fraud
Internet porn
Investment fraud
Manslaughter
Manufacture/ delivery
Medicare fraud
Molestation
Money laundering
Obscenity
Pedophilia
Pimping/pandering

Pornography
Possession
Possession for sale
Prescription fraud
Prostitution
Pyramid schemes
Racketeering/RICO
Rape
Securities fraud
Sex crimes
Sexual abuse
Sexual assault
Sexual harassment
Statutory rape
Tax evasion / tax fraud
Telemarketing fraud
Trafficking
Violent crimes
Weapons offenses
White-collar crimes
Wire fraud

Misdemeanors

Misdemeanors are less serious crimes, but can still incur fines, community service, special classes, probation, or jail time. Other sentences may include therapy or drug rehabilitation, depending on the crime and past offenses. The North Carolina state website lists the classes of misdemeanors. Some of the misdemeanor offenses for which we defend clients include:

Assault
Battery
Criminal traffic violations
Disorderly conduct
Disorderly intoxication
Domestic violence
Driving under the influence (DUI)
Driving while intoxicated (DWI)

Petty theft
Possession of drugs
Prostitution
Retail theft
Trespassing
Vandalism
Violation of probation

State crimes

Our defense lawyers represent those accused of state crimes within Guilford County. We will evaluate cases in other counties on a case by case basis.

Federal crimes

If you or your business is being investigated for a possible federal charge, you need an attorney at this stage. Call The Clifford Division now toll free, 877-645-2354 or use our convenient contact form. By the time an indictment is brought on a federal charge, the case and evidence are generally very strong. The earlier a criminal defense attorney becomes involved in a matter, the better. Our attorneys defend corporate and individual clients in all federal district courts in North Carolina, and outside of North Carolina when necessary.

The earlier you hire a lawyer, the better your results

Our lawyers’ effective methods provide you with outstanding legal representation. For the best criminal defense, as soon as you are suspected of a crime, contact The Clifford Division. Hiring a lawyer as soon as possible increases the chance that charges are dismissed or kept to a minimum.