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Your Trusted Criminal & Traffic Law Defense in Beaufort, NC
Tetterton Law Firm, PLLC, has built a reputation as a trusted legal advocate in Carteret County, North Carolina, specializing exclusively in criminal and traffic law. With over a decade of focused practice, our team combines deep local knowledge with a strategic approach to defending clients facing charges that could impact their futures. Our attorneys work directly with clients, offering personalized attention and leveraging relationships with local prosecutors and judges to secure favorable outcomes.

We prioritize transparency, ethical representation, and proactive defense strategies, ensuring clients understand their rights and options at every stage. Located across from the courthouse in Beaufort, we provide accessible, client-centered legal support tailored to the unique challenges of each case.
Services
Criminal Defense Traffic Law DWI Defense Felony Charges Assault Defense Drug Crimes Probation Violations Expungement Underage Drinking Larceny Defense
Highlights and features
  • We work directly with clients, ensuring personalized attention from experienced attorneys.
  • Our firm focuses exclusively on criminal and traffic law in Carteret County.
  • We challenge evidence flaws and build tailored defense strategies for each case.
  • Free consultations provide immediate clarity on legal options and next steps.
  • Proven track record in reducing penalties and securing dismissals for clients.
What people say
Excellent service Highly recommend Results were great Pleasure to work with Dedicated legal team
Services
Criminal Defense
Tetterton Law Firm provides aggressive criminal defense for felony and misdemeanor charges in Carteret County. Our attorneys analyze evidence, challenge procedural errors, and negotiate plea agreements to minimize penalties. With deep knowledge of local courts, we protect clients' rights through trial preparation and strategic advocacy.
DWI Defense
Our DWI defense focuses on challenging breathalyzer accuracy, field sobriety test validity, and unlawful stops. We leverage local legal expertise to contest license suspensions and reduce fines or jail time, prioritizing clients' long-term driving and employment needs.
Drug Crimes
We defend against drug possession, trafficking, and paraphernalia charges by examining chain-of-custody issues and unlawful search claims. Our strategies aim to suppress evidence or negotiate charge reductions, minimizing impacts on clients' records and futures.
Assault Defense
Tetterton Law Firm challenges assault allegations through alibi verification, witness testimony analysis, and self-defense arguments. We address social stigma and legal penalties, advocating for dismissed charges or alternative sentencing options in Carteret County courts.
Probation Violations
Our team defends clients accused of probation violations by demonstrating compliance efforts or negotiating modified terms. We advocate for alternatives to incarceration, focusing on maintaining clients' freedom and employment stability.
People
Joshua Tetterton
Attorney
A Carteret County native, Joshua Tetterton graduated from Campbell University School of Law in 2008. With over 15 years of criminal law experience, he focuses on local defense strategies for DWI, drug charges, and felony cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Tetterton Law Firm specialize in?
We focus exclusively on criminal defense and traffic law, including DWI, drug charges, assault, probation violations, and expungement in Carteret County.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your case details and legal options with an attorney directly.
How does the firm handle DWI cases?
We challenge evidence validity, including breathalyzer results and field sobriety tests, while exploring procedural errors to reduce penalties or dismiss charges.
Can you defend felony charges?
Yes, we provide strategic defense for felony charges, focusing on evidence suppression, plea negotiations, and trial representation to minimize long-term consequences.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our exclusive focus on Carteret County criminal and traffic law, direct attorney access, and personalized defense strategies set us apart from larger, less specialized firms.