A Trap for the Unwary Prosecutor

Published for NC Criminal Law on September 14, 2011.

In recent years, courts have generally deemphasized formalistic compliance with procedural rules. But sometimes, procedural considerations can still make or break a case. Take, for example, State v. Oates, __ N.C. App. __ (2011), decided last week. The case began in a seemingly routine manner. The police searched the defendant’s house pursuant to a search ... Read more

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