Criminal Defense in Jacksonville & Eastern North Carolina
Standing Between the Accused and the Weight of the State
When the State of North Carolina brings a charge against you, the consequences extend far beyond the courtroom. A criminal accusation reaches into your livelihood, your family, your reputation, and your record — sometimes for the rest of your life. The decisions made in the first hours and days after an arrest often shape the outcome more than anything that happens at trial, which is why early, experienced counsel matters so deeply.
For five decades, Attorney Thomasine E. Moore has stood between the accused and the weight of the State. From a single traffic citation to a federal indictment, she approaches every case with the same conviction: that every client is entitled to a vigorous, prepared, and personal defense — and to be treated with dignity throughout it.
Preparation Is the Whole of the Defense
No two cases — and no two clients — are alike. Every defense begins with a careful review of the discovery, the charging documents, the officer's narrative, and the client's own account of what happened. We test every element the State must prove, identify the constitutional questions raised by the stop, the search, or the interrogation, and build the case file long before the courtroom door opens. By the time we appear, the work is already done.
Honest Counsel, Personally Delivered
From your first call to the final disposition, your case is handled personally by Attorney Moore — never reassigned to an associate, never lost in the shuffle of a large practice. You will receive a frank assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of your case, a clear written fee agreement before any work begins, and direct access to the attorney making the decisions. When the stakes are this high, you deserve nothing less than candor and continuity.
Four Steps to Take Right Now
The hours and days after an arrest matter. What you say, what you sign, and what you consent to can shape the entire defense. Follow these four steps before doing anything else.
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Stay Silent
You have an absolute right to remain silent. Politely decline to answer questions until counsel is present — anything you say will be used.
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Do Not Consent
You are not required to consent to a search of your vehicle, home, or phone. Saying no is not an admission of guilt.
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Document Everything
Write down names of officers, witnesses, times, and what was said. Memory fades quickly; contemporaneous notes do not.
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Call the Firm
Before your first court date, before any statement, before any plea — call (910) 347-2060 for a confidential consultation.
Experience That Carries Weight in the Courthouse
Years defending the accused in Eastern NC
Counties of regular practice
Levels of court — district, superior, federal, appellate
Every case handled personally by Attorney Moore
A Defense Built on Preparation
- Every case handled personally by Attorney Moore — no associates, no handoffs.
- Five decades of relationships with judges, clerks, and prosecutors across Eastern North Carolina.
- Admitted to state, federal, and appellate courts including the U.S. Supreme Court.
- Honest counsel about the realistic outcomes — never overpromised, always prepared.
- Free, confidential initial consultation with a clear written fee agreement.
Questions Clients Ask First
Charges Handled by the Firm
Our criminal practice spans the full range of state and federal matters that come through the courts of Eastern North Carolina.
Traffic & License
Speeding, careless and reckless driving, DWLR, FTA, and license restorations.
DWI / DUI
Impaired driving charges, chemical analysis challenges, and limited driving privileges.
Misdemeanors
Assault, larceny, simple possession, communicating threats, and trespass.
Felonies
Drug, property, and violent felony allegations from first appearance through trial.
Drug Charges
Possession, possession with intent, distribution, trafficking, and conspiracy.
Expungements
Clearing dismissed charges, not-guilty verdicts, and eligible prior convictions.
Probation Violations
Defense at violation hearings to preserve liberty and avoid revocation.
Federal & Appellate
Federal indictments, post-conviction motions, and appeals to the Fourth Circuit.
Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation
Call (910) 347-2060 or visit us at 410 New Bridge Street, Suite 12, Jacksonville, NC 28540.
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