Greensboro Criminal Lawyer

Nothing in life may be more frightening than being charged with a crime. From the immediate possibility of fines, jail time, or a prison sentence, to the long-term complications for employment prospects, criminal charges should scare anyone. If you have been arrested or have reason to believe you are under investigation, it is crucial to consult with our experienced Greensboro Criminal Lawyers.

At Garrett, Walker, Aycoth & Olson, our criminal lawyer legal team is spearheaded by former Guilford County Assistant District Attorneys, who bring extensive trial experience to your case at both the District and Superior Court levels. Well respected in the legal community, with two former Presidents of the Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, our firm represents people charged with both misdemeanor and felony offenses in North Carolina. Our stellar reputation stems from a mastery of the criminal statutes and consistently achieving the best possible outcome for clients charged with:

• Driving While Impaired (DWI): A conviction on charges of drunk driving can have serious consequences, including active prison time, driver’s license suspension, increased auto insurance rates, and a criminal record. Founding partner Chad Garrett is the author of a recently published definitive guide on the law of Driving While Impaired.
• Felony Cases – Our Greensboro Felony Lawyers understand what it takes to help you with your felony Case. North Carolina Felony cases are charges where the sentence is typically greater than one year.
• Drug Trafficking Charges: Greensboro Drug Trafficking cases are extremely complex. Our Greensboro Trafficking Lawyers know how to navigate these cases, and whether it’s a Suppression Motion or a Jury Trial that is necessary to help you with your case. Our Greensboro Lawyers are here to help you.
• Drug Charges: The sooner you have a lawyer on your side after any type of drug arrest, the more options you may have to obtain a favorable outcome. We represent people charged with drug possession, drug paraphernalia possession, drug distribution and drug trafficking.
• Violent crimes: We represent people charged with death by motor vehicle, involuntary manslaughter, domestic violence or any type of assault, including sex offenses.
• Theft crimes: including fraud, larceny, unlawful concealment, robbery and burglary
• Alcohol crimes: including underage drinking, open container, and intoxicated and disruptive acts
• Trespassing crimes: including breaking and entering, vandalism of private property, and other related crimes
• Probation Violations: in District and Superior Court
• Bond Motions in District and Superior Court
• Appeals: Appeals from both District and Superior Court, including appeals to the North Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court
• Motions for Appropriate Relief
• Recall of Arrest Warrants

Whether you face charges of murder or petty theft, drug trafficking or a traffic violation, you can count on an aggressive defense if our law firm represents you. We will focus on shielding you from the consequences of criminal charges by helping you:

• Avoid jail or prison
• Avoid costly fines and penalties
• Achieve a reduction of bail bonds
• Reduction of criminal charges
• Avoid or erase your criminal record

Facing Criminal Charges? We Can Help!

From our law offices in Greensboro, the criminal defense lawyers at Garrett, Walker, Aycoth & Olson represent clients throughout North Carolina. For best results, we urge you to act promptly if you have been charged or are being investigated for a crime.
Call us today at (336) 379-0539 or contact us to schedule a free, in-depth consultation. Our law firm is located at 436 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC 27401. We’re at the corner of Spring Garden St and Edgeworth St in Downtown Greensboro, North Carolina.