Monthly Archives: May 2026
Can Prosecutors Use My AI Chats Against Me in a North Carolina Criminal Case?
While out on pretrial release, you decide to ask ChatGPT about your case. During your conversations with the AI chatbot, you unwittingly make several self-incriminating comments. Now the prosecutors are threatening to use these comments against you. Is this even legal? How do you get out of a situation like this? If you find… Read More »
District Attorney Wants Change After State Loses Two Strangulation Cases in North Carolina
In late April of 2026, WCNC reported that the Mecklenburg County district attorney had called for changes to the state’s strangulation laws after the acquittal of two defendants. The DA says that those facing strangulation charges in North Carolina could potentially exploit a “flaw” in the way the law is written, highlighting the need… Read More »
Exceptions to the Attorney-Client Privilege in North Carolina Criminal Cases
If you’re approaching a criminal case in North Carolina, you may have heard of something called the “attorney-client privilege.” This ethical rule states that your lawyer cannot repeat things you tell them in private without your permission. This is an important concept to remember, as it allows you to be honest about your predicament… Read More »