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*DISCLAIMER: Each case is different and must be evaluated separately. Prior results achieved do not guarantee similar results can be achieved in future cases.

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Second Degree Exploitation of a Child

Facing 136 months on each count of Second Degree Exploitation of a Child. Sex Offender Registration for Life.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was served with charges of being involved in explicit sexual exchanges with a minor over the internet. He needed an online sex crime lawyer like Attorney Patrick Roberts. The client engaged in explicit dialogues and the swapping of sexually explicit images. Mr. Roberts, throughout his legal advice, recognized the influence of the client's psychological diagnosis on the alleged actions. Mr. Roberts diligently obtained the client's mental health records and handed them over to a seasoned mental health professional, accustomed to handling individuals charged with sexual offenses within the criminal justice system. Upon receiving a detailed evaluation from the mental health provider and thoroughly reviewing the client's mental health records, Mr. Roberts took the initiative to disclose the findings to the prosecutor's office.

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Sexual Offense with a Child

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client came under the scrutiny of law enforcement under allegations of inappropriate contact with two minors, his ex-partner's children. Attorney Patrick Roberts, an experienced Child Sexual Abuse Lawyer, was hired to handle the defense. Conducting his own thorough investigation as a criminal defense practitioner for sex offenses, Attorney Roberts was diligent in gathering evidence, and his careful examination netted a significant finding. He successfully identified that the children's biological father was a convicted sex offender, making him the most likely suspect.

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Second Degree Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client accused of forcing a woman into oral sex. He conducted thorough interviews of many witnesses, including individuals present when the alleged offense happened and those familiar with the accuser. His role as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes facilitated evidence presentation, revealing the accuser's substance abuse issues and possible hidden agenda. Consequently, the Assistant District Attorney dismissed the charge.

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Second Degree Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was charged with a Second Degree Sexual Offense, a serious accusation that required a seasoned sexual offense attorney. Mr. Roberts, with his extensive knowledge as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, swiftly moved into action. He gathered pertinent information concerning the alleged victim's motive, which he found questionable. Convinced by the compelling evidence and arguments put forth by Mr. Roberts, the Assistant District Attorney agreed to dismiss the charges. This successful defense not only showcases Attorney Roberts' proficiency as a Sex Crime Lawyer, but also his commitment to ensure justice for his clients.

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Second Degree Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - A nurse was unjustly accused by a girl of performing non-consensual, sexual acts while she was under sedation and under his care. The nurse was under investigation due to these sex assault allegations. Attorney Roberts, being a seasoned sexual assault defense attorney, conducted an independent investigation, amassing evidence that formed the backbone of a compelling argument that the girl was indeed mistaken. Thanks to Attorney Patrick Roberts' experience as a criminal attorney for sexual offenses - no charges were filed against the client.

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Sexual Battery

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts served as the Sex Crime Lawyer for a salsa dance instructor who found himself embroiled in allegations of inappropriately touching a student. Applying his skills as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, Mr. Roberts diligently gathered data to discredit the complainant, demonstrating that her claims were false. The State conceded to the lack of credible evidence and decided not to file any charges against his client.

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First Degree Statutory Sex Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client has been accused by his minor daughter of engaging in non-consensual sexual activity, specifically oral sex. In his defense strategy, Attorney Roberts, a resourceful and skillful criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, employed various professionals, including a polygraph examiner, a child psychologist and forensic specialist, and a private investigator. Through presenting well-founded arguments, he was successful in persuading the Assistant District Attorney that a dismissal of the charges against his client was the appropriate course of action.

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Statutory Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was being investigated due to accusations of sexual misconduct involving a 15-year-old girl. Drawing on his decades of experience as a sexual offense attorney, Mr. Roberts presented a compelling argument outlining why his client should not be prosecuted. This convincing narrative, coupled with his unwavering commitment as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, led the State to agree with his position. Ultimately, the State decided not to proceed with filing charges against Attorney Roberts' client.

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Attempted Second Degree Forcible Sexual Offense

Facing 252 months for Attempted Second Degree Forcible Sexual Offense; 59 months for Indecent Liberties with a Minor; registration as a sex offender.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a well respected child sexual abuse lawyer and criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, represented a military client accused of attempted sexual assault of his own daughter while under the influence. Mr. Roberts was able to prove that the incident resulted from substance abuse and highlighted that the client had taken proactive strides to address this issue on his own. Consequently, as a skilled sexual assault defense attorney, Mr. Roberts managed to persuade the State to let his client plead to a minor assault charge, thereby avoiding harsh penalties like a felony conviction, imprisonment, and mandatory sex offender registration.

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Second Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was facing serious charges of downloading child pornography, and sought the assistance of Attorney Patrick Roberts, a highly skilled and experienced sex crime lawyer. The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and local law enforcement had uncovered illegal online activity linked to the client's IP address. Consequently, they obtained a search warrant and conducted a thorough search of the client's residence, leading to the discovery of several items suspected to contain child pornography. During this process, the client made a confession.

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Second Degree Forcible Sex Offense

Facing 236 months.

Description State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, an experienced sexual assault defense attorney, was able to successfully defend a student at a major NC university. The client was accused of sexual assault by a fellow student after a consensual intimate encounter. Mr. Roberts meticulously compiled important evidence to prove the client's innocence. This pertinent information was promptly communicated to both the law enforcement authorities and the university's administration. Ultimately, the District Attorney's Office and the University decided not to pursue charges based on the allegations.

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Second Degree Exploitation of a Child

Facing 136 months on each count of Second Degree Exploitation of a Child Sex Offender Registration for Life.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client has been allegedly involved in engaging in sexually explicit communications and exchanging sexually explicit photographs with a minor through online platforms. Attorney Patrick Roberts, an accomplished criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, observed that the client’s alleged misconduct may largely be influenced by a previously diagnosed psychological issue. As a result, Attorney Roberts obtained the client’s mental health records and enlisted the help of a seasoned mental health professional who had experience dealing with suspected sex offenders. After a thorough evaluation from the provider and examination of the client’s psychiatry records, Mr. Roberts presented the findings to the prosecutor’s office.

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Sexual Offense with a Child

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The accused allegedly sexually touched his ex-girlfriend's children. Upon investigation, they found that the children’s biological father, who was previously convicted of sexual offenses, appeared as the likely perpetrator. Based on the convincing evidence provided by the sexual misconduct defense lawyer, Attorney Patrick Roberts, the State made a decision not to press charges against the accused.

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Second Degree Sexual Offense

Attorney Patrick Roberts, a highly experienced sex crime lawyer, successfully defended a client accused of coercive oral sex. Mr. Roberts conducted thorough interviews with multiple witnesses, including those present during the alleged incident. He presented convincing evidence of the accuser's substance abuse problems and potential ulterior motives. Due to his relentless work as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, the Assistant District Attorney dismissed the charge.

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Child Molestation

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a seasoned child molestation defense attorney, represented a client suspected of child molestation. The client was accused of inappropriately touching and photographing his granddaughter in a sexual manner. As a diligent criminal attorney for sexual offenses, Mr. Roberts conducted an independent investigation and scrutinized all aspects of the allegations. The investigation by the Department of Social Services was dismissed and the State chose not to press charges against Roberts' client. Hence, the client had no criminal case to face, validating Roberts' instrumental role as a criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes.

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Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, represented a client who was under investigation for a sexual offense. A woman he had met at a bar had accused him of rape. Mr. Roberts, also recognized as a rape defense lawyer, proceeded with his own rigorous investigation. He successfully demonstrated to the detective that these accusations were baseless. Consequently, our client was not charged with any offense.

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Felony Child Abuse

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully defended a client who was accused of aiding and abetting child sexual abuse by allegedly allowing her son to molest her daughters. Mr. Roberts, a seasoned sexual abuse defense lawyer, effectively challenged these accusations, asserting that the client was unaware of her son's actions. The negotiations resulted in a plea to a lesser charge of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Child. The client was granted a Prayer for Judgment Continued, which preserved her nursing license. The additional charges of Contributing to the Delinquency of a Juvenile and Felony Child Abuse by a Sexual Act were dropped.

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First Degree Statutory Sexual Offense

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully defended a client accused of sexual misconduct by her minor son. As a proficient criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, Mr. Roberts conducted thorough interviews within the client's close-knit circle and revealed the son's regular patterns of false accusations. Additionally, he substantiated his findings with medical evidence of the son's prolonged mental instability. Consequently, the government chose not to file any charges against his client, solidifying Roberts' efficacy as a child sexual abuse lawyer.

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Sexual Offense

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer for sex crimes, defended a client under investigation due to allegations of sexual misconduct with a 15-year-old girl. Mr. Roberts obtained key information regarding his client's mental health, arguing effectively that prosecution should not push forward. His skilled approach as a sexual offense attorney led to the State's decision not to proceed with charges against his client.

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Sexual Battery

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully represented a client facing a Sexual Battery charge for molesting his stepdaughter as a sexual assault defense attorney. The client faced a 2 month jail sentence and mandatory sex offender registration. However, Attorney Roberts, as a skilled child molestation defense attorney, negotiated a plea to Simple Assault. Consequently, the client avoided sex offender registration and was instead given 12 months of unsupervised probation.

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First Degree Statutory Sexual Offense

Attorney Patrick Roberts acted as the sex crime lawyer for a client accused by his wife of sexual misconduct with their daughter, a claim investigated by CPS. The wife also alleged that the client was guilty of downloading with child pornography. As a defense lawyer for lewd conduct and a child pornography defense lawyer, Attorney Roberts conducted a thorough investigation into these claims. This investigation revealed that there were no valid bases for the accusations. As a result, the State opted not to charge his client.

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First Degree Murder

Facing Life Without Parole.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client who was facing first degree murder charges. The client, accused of being the driver in a drive-by shooting, was defended by Mr. Roberts, a proficient murder defense lawyer. Despite the State's presentation of video footage and multiple witnesses, Attorney Patrick Roberts skillfully discredited their witnesses by highlighting inconsistencies in their testimonies. The client was cleared when the jury returned a verdict of not guilty.

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Child Abuse

Facing 64 - 89 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts defended clients accused of child abuse, alleged due to brain bleeding in their newborn. The assumption was they induced shaken baby syndrome. Child Protective Services also launched an inquiry. Mr. Roberts, a skilled murder/violence attorney and homicide defense attorney, revealed that a medical condition rather than abuse caused the brain bleeding. As a result, the prosecution did not file charges and Child Protective Services concluded their investigation.

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First Degree Murder

Facing Life.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was accused of murder, on the suspicion that he supplied narcotics which led to an overdose death. Attorney Patrick Roberts, a skilled murder defense attorney, utilized court-provided resources to hire a renowned toxicologist skilled to challenge the prosecution's case, particularly on the causal links between death and the narcotics. Mr. Roberts argued that the drugs his client allegedly provided did not match chemically with the substance that caused death. The alleged victim also had a known history of drug abuse, further weakening the case. Ultimately, Attorney Roberts negotiated a plea deal, facilitating his client to contest for a 58-month term for involuntary manslaughter and concealment of death, rather than a life sentence. The court imposed a sentence just two months more than the mandatory minimum, indicating his client could be released after serving merely five years, which is a considerable reduction from a potential life sentence.

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Attempted Murder

Facing 24 – 31.5 years in prison.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The defendant, represented by Attorney Patrick Roberts, was alleged to have repeatedly stabbed another man who he believed was having an affair with his child's mother and assaulted the woman. J.A. later confessed his role in the incident. Utilizing his experience as a violent crime lawyer, Mr. Roberts secured a dismissal of many of the charges. The client ultimately pled guilty to the lesser charge of felonious assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury.

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Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon

Facing 160 - 204 months in prison.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - The defendant was alleged to have committed theft exceeding $70,000 in cash and jewelry over $15,000 value, while armed with a semi-automatic weapon. Despite the client's past records, including assault on a female conviction, Attorney Patrick Roberts, acting as the felony defense lawyer, successfully secured a dismissal of charges.

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Robbery With A Deadly Weapon

Facing 128 - 178 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully defended a client who was accused of involvement in a robbery. As a seasoned felony defense attorney, Mr. Roberts argued lack of financial motive for his client and pointed out the efforts of her boyfriend to evade jail time by shifting blame. As a result, the case for the felony charges lawyer's client was dismissed by the Assistant District Attorney.

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First Degree Burglary

Facing 91 – 118 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully represented a client facing multiple felonies and misdemeanors. The client pled guilty to the charges, however through negotiation, Mr. Roberts was able to secure the client a probation sentence. Subsequently, the client faced a first-degree burglary charge and was also accused of violating probation. Attorney Roberts managed to consolidate all charges, including the probation violation, into one judgement after the client pled guilty to a second felony larceny offense. Despite facing multiple charges, Attorney Roberts, being a skilled felony lawyer, prevented his client from serving extensive jail time.

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Felony Probation Violation

Facing 16 - 20 months in jail.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts effectively defended against felony charges, representing a client who had violated probation from five previous robbery charges. At the client's probation violation hearing, Mr. Roberts, as a skilled felony charges lawyer and misdemeanor criminal defense attorney, successfully persuaded the judge to offer his client an option for drug treatment and continued probation instead of an active sentence.

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Aid And Abet Robbery

Facing 89 – 125 months.

North Carolina vs 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts defended a client implicated in planning a pizza delivery person robbery. The prosecutor relied on the client and co-defendant's statements as evidence. However, Mr. Roberts, as a skilled felony lawyer, successfully argued that his client was manipulated by the primary perpetrators, and did not knowingly help in executing the robbery.

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Felony Death by Motor Vehicle

Facing 51 - 74 months.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client who collided with and caused the death of another driver while under the influence, with a BAC nearly three times the legal limit. Despite pleading guilty to the serious charges of felony death by vehicle, Mr. Roberts, as a skilled felony defense attorney, successfully negotiated a probationary sentence for his client instead of harsher punishments that could have been imposed.

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Misdemeanor Death by Vehicle

Facing 150 days.

State vs 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts defended a client who was facing potential felony charges after a fatal car accident. Initial evidence suggested the client may have been texting while driving, but Mr. Roberts, acting as a felony defense attorney, brought in an accident reconstruction skilled. The skilled confirmed mechanical issues with the client's car, including a misaligned vehicle and a malfunctioning stabilizer bar, could have contributed to the tragedy. As a result, the client was able to plead down to a misdemeanor, with a resulting sentence of unsupervised probation. Thus, Mr. Roberts' actions as a felony charges lawyer protected his client from more severe consequences.

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Robbery With A Deadly Weapon

Facing 128 - 178 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts defended a client accused of involvement in a robbery. Serving as the felony defense attorney, Mr. Roberts argued the client had no financial motive in the alleged crime and was wrongfully blamed by the co-defendant. Consequently, the Assistant District Attorney dismissed the felony charges, validating Mr. Roberts's position as a competent lawyer for felony charges.

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Conspiracy To Commit Wire Fraud

Facing 40 years.

United States of America vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully advocated for a client accused of preparing fraudulent documents for assisting straw buyers in mortgage fraud, a violation of federal law. He persuasively argued for the deferral of prosecution before the Assistant United States Attorney. His experience proved invaluable in this complex issue, maintaining his reputation as a trusted lawyer for felony charges.

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Larceny by Employee

Facing 24 - 68 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a proficient felony defense attorney, represented a client accused of theft from his employer at a large construction company. By carefully contesting each charge, Attorney Roberts created doubt about the sufficiency of the evidence, leading the Assistant District Attorney to dismiss the case. This result exemplifies the insightful strategies employed by felony lawyers like Mr. Roberts when dealing with intricate cases.

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Domestic Violence

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully defended his client, who was under investigation for domestic violence and abuse. As a skilled felony defense attorney, Mr. Roberts was able to prove that the allegations made by his client's wife were motivated by her desire to avoid deportation. By presenting this compelling evidence to the State, Attorney Patrick Roberts effectively convinced them not to pursue any felony charges against his client.

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Money Laundering

Facing up to 20 years.

United States of America vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was allegedly associated with her husband's drug trafficking conspiracy and was facing charges of money laundering. However, with Attorney Patrick Roberts' in-depth analysis and investigation as a skilled felony defense attorney, he was able to convince the United States Attorney to refrain from prosecuting his client.

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First Degree Burglary

Facing 198 - 284 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' – Our client was caught fleeing from the police and then identified by an eyewitness in a photo lineup. He was then charged with three counts of First Degree Burglary and one count of Felony Larceny. After analyzing our client’s phone records, we argued that the eyewitness was mistaken. The Assistant District Attorney agreed and dismissed the charges against our client.

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Probation Violation

Facing 6 – 8 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts effectively defended a client facing probation violation charges while living out-of-state. As a competent felony criminal defense attorney, Mr. Roberts proved that the purported violations were due to miscommunication between the client and their probation officers. Consequently, the court accepted the motion to dismiss the violation and ended the client's probation.

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Obtaining Property By False Pretenses

Facing 48 - 64 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts acted as a felony defense attorney. He proved that his client was mistakenly identified due to sharing the same name with the actual offender. As a result, the State dismissed all felony charges against his client.

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Forgery of Instruments

Facing 120 - 160 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts defended a client accused of forging checks. The client was alleged to have stolen a hefty sum from a family friend. Mr. Roberts, as the felony defense lawyer, argued that the checks were authorized by the friend as a loan, with his client intending to settle this debt. The prosecutor, having been given ample evidence to verify these claims, conceded, and the charges were consequently dismissed.

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Obtaining Property By False Pretenses

Facing 32 – 42 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was facing serious allegations of theft from a department store and from a family friend. Attorney Patrick Roberts, a skilled felony crime lawyer, was called upon to defend her. Despite the client currently being on misdemeanor probation for previously stealing jewelry, Attorney Roberts successfully negotiated the reduction of her charges from felonies to misdemeanors.

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Felony Breaking & Entering

Facing 12 – 16 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, an experienced felony charges lawyer, represented a client accused of breaking into a neighbor's house and theft. Mr. Roberts showed evidence proving that the client was at home during the alleged crime. Though a felony plea was initially proposed by the prosecutor, Attorney Roberts’ effective defense led to the complete dismissal of the charges.

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Felony Breaking & Entering

Facing 6 – 8 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully served as a felony defense attorney representing a client accused by police officers of conspiring to steal a vehicle from a former workplace. Despite the accuser already being arrested for the same crime, Mr. Roberts was able to prove to the Assistant District Attorney that the charge was without merit.

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Mail Fraud

Facing 3 years.

U.S. vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts represented the client who was charged with nine counts of mail fraud and one of conspiracy. Despite allegations of unscrupulously obtaining more than $115,000 from a former employer, Mr. Roberts' aptitude as a felony charges lawyer led the judge to accept a motion for a downward departure in sentence. Instead of the multi-year sentence sought by the government, the client was sentenced to one year and one day. As a proficient felony defense attorney, Mr. Roberts effectively mitigated the severe charges.

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Identity Theft

Facing 24-30 months.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was wrongfully accused of using an ex-lover's personal details to open fraudulent accounts. Felony defense attorney Patrick Roberts argued fiercely that the accusations were unfounded and fueled by personal animosity. Taking this into consideration, the State decided to dismiss the charges after in-depth analysis of his claim.

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Robbery With a Dangerous Weapon

Facing 12 – 17 years in prison.

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The defendant was accused by an incarcerated individual of robbery against a group of people at a party. Using strategic defense tactics, Attorney Roberts skillfully acted as the felony defense attorney, casting doubt on the credibility of the accusing party. Consequently, due to the lack of substantial evidence, the prosecutor dismissed all felony charges against the client.

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Possession of a Firearm

Facing 12 months.

U.S. vs. 'Confidential Client' - During the client's questioning by military police regarding a past incident, a concealed weapon without a permit was discovered during a subsequent vehicle search. However, Mr. Roberts, acting as the client’s felony criminal defense attorney, presented medical records showing a documented history of mental instability for his client. As a result, the military officials chose not to proceed with the prosecution.

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Felony Probation Violation

Facing 16 - 20 months.

Attorney Patrick Roberts represented the client where the client faced alleged probation violations tied to previous Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon charges. As a seasoned felony defense attorney, Mr. Roberts adeptly convinced the court to allow the client to continue probation, introducing mandatory drug treatment instead of immediate sentencing.

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Assault On a Law Enforcement Officer

Facing 59 months.

Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client detained for alleged trespassing and assault on an officer in a park. Despite many visitors trespassing, she was conspicuously singled out due to racial profiling. Mr. Roberts, a skilled felony charges attorney, filed a pretrial motion emphasizing selective prosecution. At the hearing, he exposed inconsistencies in the officers' testimony. Due to this strategic maneuver, the court dismissed the felony assault charges.

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Indecent Liberties with Children

Facing 59 months in prison for each count of Indecent Liberties with a Minor; sex offender registration for 30 years.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully defended a military serviceman accused of inappropriately touching his minor daughter. As a seasoned child molestation defense lawyer, Mr. Roberts gathered various statements from the alleged victim, highlighting their inconsistency and inconclusiveness. His efforts led the district attorney's office to offer a plea for misdemeanor assault, sparing his client a felony conviction, prison time, and the need for sex offender registration. Remarkably, Mr. Roberts also managed to persuade the court at sentencing to allow his client to start reunification efforts with his daughter, who was also his accuser.

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Indecent Liberties with Children

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - A client represented by Attorney Patrick Roberts was falsely accused of child molestation by his step-granddaughter. This accusation could have led to a prison sentence exceeding 25 years and registration as a sex offender. Fortunately, Mr. Roberts, acting as a child molestation defense lawyer, worked diligently throughout the Child Protective Services investigation. Providing crucial information in response to the accusations, the result was a significant reduction in charges. The client pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor and received probation rather than a prison sentence, without the need for sex offender registration.

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Indecent Liberties with a Minor

State vs 'Confidential Client' - An adult was accused of inappropriate conduct with a minor at a relative's daycare facility. Attorney Patrick Roberts conducted a private inquiry into the allegations. Leveraging his skill as an experienced child molestation defense lawyer and false accusation lawyer, he gathered enough evidence to persuade the State to halt their investigations. Consequently, no charges were filed against his client.

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Indecent Liberties with a Minor

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts successfully served as a criminal defense lawyer for a client who was falsely accused by his wife of sexually abusing his stepdaughter. The client denied the claims and agreed to a voluntary interview with a detective in the presence of Attorney Roberts. After considering the statements provided in the interview and the lack of concrete allegations against our client, the State of North Carolina chose not to prosecute. This case emphasizes Attorney Roberts' capability as a false accusation lawyer. With proper preparation, the client was able to move on with his life.

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Indecent Liberties with a Minor

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, an experienced defense attorney for sex crimes, represented a client charged with Indecent Liberties with a Minor for allegedly sexually touching his great granddaughter. Attorney Roberts successfully negotiated a plea that led to a guilty plea to a lesser charge of Assault on a Child Under 12, a misdemeanor not requiring sex offender registration.

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Indecent Liberties with a Student by Teacher or Coach

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer, dealt with charges filed against a high-school teacher client who was accused of child molestation. Mr. Roberts took over the case from a previous defense attorney for sex crimes. After uncovering information about the accuser's motive, he successfully convinced the Assistant District Attorney to dismiss all the charges against the client.

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Indecent Liberties with a Minor

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts acted as the criminal defense lawyer for a client accused of sexual assault. The client was alleged to have assaulted his ex-girlfriend's teenage daughter. Attorney Roberts presented evidence to local detectives which raised questions about the girl's credibility and suggested that the accusation was a vengeful act by the mother. After evaluating the provided evidence, the State decided against pressing charges against the client.

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First Degree Rape

Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client, charged with First Degree Rape, First Degree Kidnapping, and First Degree Sexual Offense. The victim was allegedly raped by multiple men, including the client. As a seasoned statutory rape defense lawyer and criminal defense attorney for statutory offenses, Mr. Roberts meticulously identified and highlighted inconsistencies in the victim's claims, which led to the dismissal of the case by the Assistant District Attorney.

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Statutory Rape

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts provided legal representation for his client accused of statutory rape. Found with a fifteen year old girl after heavy drinking, the client was accused of rape when her sister found them together. Although the State has numerous eyewitnesses to support the girl's accusation, Attorney Patrick Roberts, a proficient criminal defense lawyer for statutory offenses, effectively contested the alleged penetration. The statutory rape charge was dismissed. The prosecution permitted the client to enter a guilty plea for a lesser charge of misdemeanor Assault on a Female. The client was not required to register as a sex offender.

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Statutory Rape of a Child

Facing LIFE in prison and lifetime sex offender registration.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a seasoned statutory rape defense lawyer, defended an adult client accused of sexual involvement with a minor, a crime exacerbated by a previous similar charge and an incriminating text message confession from the client. Despite these challenges, Mr. Roberts was able to exclude the text message evidence after a hearing, which led to a negotiated deal between the client and the State. Instead of facing potential B1 felony charges with a minimum 12-year sentence each and possibly a 40-year combined sentence, the client accepted a reduced 16-month jail term. This deal, secured by a proficient sexual offense attorney like Attorney Patrick Roberts, also offers the possibility of removal from the sex offender registry following a 10-year registration period.

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Statutory Rape of a Child

Facing LIFE in prison for each Statutory Sex Offense; 59 months in prison for each count of indecent liberties with a minor; 120 days for contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

State vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts, a criminal defense lawyer for statutory offenses, defended a client who was accused of dating and engaging in a sexual relationship with a minor. The alleged victim and the client met on an 18+ dating application. After conversations with the client's roommates and the minor's father, Attorney Roberts was successful in negotiating a misdemeanor plea deal. The client pleaded guilty to a Class 1 misdemeanor for contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Under this plea, the client, who was facing potential felony charges that could have resulted in a lifetime prison sentence, received a "time served" sentence and was released from jail post-plea without any probation. The client also avoided sex offender registration. As a result of Mr. Roberts' defense, the client was released from jail within 2 months of the initial charges.

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First Degree Rape

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - The client was initially unjustly accused of engaging sexually with a minor. Attorney Patrick Roberts, a distinguished criminal defense lawyer, took over the case from another lawyer. By questioning the authenticity of the state's electronic evidence and bringing prior false accusations made by the alleged victim to light, Attorney Roberts was able to reframe the argument in favor of his client. As a solicitation of a minor lawyer, Mr. Roberts effectively negotiated a plea deal, where his client pled guilty to Solicitation of a Child by Computer and Third Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. The client was sentenced to 12 to 34 months with credit for time served, an outcome significantly more favorable than what the client faced originally.

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Statutory Rape

North Carolina vs. 'Confidential Client' - Attorney Patrick Roberts represented a client who was accused of having sex with a minor. The accuser identified the client during an interview at the police station. Using his legal acumen as a criminal defense lawyer for statutory offenses, Attorney Roberts questioned the credibility of the accuser and pointed out potential trial issues. Consequently, the Assistant District Attorney agreed to drop the statutory rape charge in exchange for a misdemeanor probation sentence, saving the client from the need to register as a sex offender.

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*Each case is different and must be evaluated separately. Prior results achieved do not guarantee similar results can be achieved in future cases.