Practice Areas

Whatever brought you here, start here.

Traffic and criminal law in Gaston County since 2007, plus the life documents every family eventually needs. Every link below works, and every page ends with a way to reach Martin.

Where To Start

Every practice area, one call away.

Traffic Tickets

Speeding, super speeder, CDL, revoked license: don’t just pay it. In most cases Martin goes to court so you don’t have to. (No DWI cases.)

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Misdemeanor Criminal Defense

A vigorous defense in Gaston County District Court, from Class 3 to Class A1, including deferred prosecution for qualifying first offenders.

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Criminal Record Expunctions

Dismissed charges, not-guilty verdicts, and qualifying convictions can be erased from your record under Chapter 15A, Article 5.

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Restoration of Firearm Rights

One non-violent felony doesn’t have to mean forever. The 16-point eligibility checklist under §14-415.4, and what to do if you clear it.

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DMV Restoration Hearings

License revoked? Hearings happen in your home county. For Gaston County residents, this office can assist with the way back.

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Power of Attorney

Durable and healthcare powers of attorney under Chapter 32C: someone you trust, legally able to act when you can’t.

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Living Wills

Your end-of-life treatment decisions, recorded, so your loved ones never have to guess.

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Know Your Rights

Eleven rules for police encounters that protect your case before it starts. Worth reading before you ever need it.

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Client Forms

The Waiver of Personal Appearance and Consent for Release: the two documents clients need most, with instructions.

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Not Sure Where You Fit?

Describe your situation. Martin will point you right.

704-675-9939

Free consultation on traffic and criminal matters · walk-ins Mon–Fri 8:00–8:30 AM & 11:00 AM–12:00 PM.