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Criminal Defense Overview

Charged With a Crime? Your Freedom's On the Line.

At White & Hearne, L.L.P., we know that nothing is more serious than facing the loss of your freedom after being charged with a crime.

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Our firm places a major focus on criminal defense. A significant portion of our practice focuses on helping clients charged with various crimes in either federal or state court throughout southeastern North Carolina.

Knowledge and Experience — When You Need It Most

When you are charged with a crime, you need the peace of mind of having a calm, capable, experienced criminal practitioner at your side. Woody White has handled cases from state court, federal court, all the way to the United States Supreme Court. He has handled criminal cases ranging from murder, bank robbery, drug trafficking and other drug offenses, embezzlement, larceny, fraud and all types of misdemeanors.

Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law, Woody White

When you are facing a serious criminal indictment, you deserve to know whether the attorney you seek to hire has successfully obtained "not guilty" verdicts in their career. Woody White has — on many occasions. And while no attorney can promise you what might happen in your case without knowing all the facts, Woody White can promise you this: When you hire him, he will put the full resources of his practice, support staff and legal team to work for you. He will handle your case personally and guide you every step of the way.

To schedule a free initial consultation with a lawyer, contact us today. We look forward to discussing your case with you. Call us at 910-338-4900 or at 866-677-8525 toll-free.

Our firm handles many types of criminal defense cases, including:

Telling Your Story Effectively

Your story is your case. If you are wrongfully charged, your story will be your defense. Even if you have made a mistake and your guilt is not in doubt, your story may explain why you are in trouble and in need of the court's help instead of punishment. Whatever your particular circumstances may be, we will be there to help you from the beginning of your criminal case to the end.

Handling Your Case Personally

Attorney Woody White, Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law, personally handles each criminal defense case. Unlike larger firms, we do not pass our clients around from attorney to attorney. We work closely with our clients to provide exceptional service, the highest possible level of assistance and personalized care.

In building your case, Woody White begins by taking a comprehensive, detailed and thorough examination of the facts present in your situation. He also possesses the knowledge, skill and experience to answer all your questions about what your circumstances may mean for your future.

Experience. Dedication. Results.

At the law firm of White & Hearne, L.L.P., our services in criminal defense and other practice areas are professional, personalized and above all, effective.  Woody White is twice recognized as an award winner in Criminal Law, Business North Carolina Magazine Legal Elite - 2007 and 2010. As voted on by peer review.

To obtain a free consultation to discuss your felony or misdemeanor, please contact our Wilmington office today.