CARTERET COUNTY CRIMINAL & TRAFFIC DEFENSE
When the stakes are high, you need experienced local counsel.
Dedicated criminal and traffic defense for Carteret County — located directly across from the courthouse in Beaufort, NC.
★★★★★ 5.0 · 92 Google reviewsSee Practice Areas
5.0 ★
Google Reviews
100%
Criminal & Traffic Focus
17+
Years in Practice
Free
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Practice Areas
Defending Clients Across Carteret County and Eastern North Carolina
DWI Defense
A DWI charge can cost you your license, your job, and your freedom. We fight aggressively to protect your record and your future.
LEARN MORE →Drug Charges
From simple possession to trafficking, we build strong defenses against drug charges at every level of severity.
LEARN MORE →Traffic Violations
Don't let points and insurance increases pile up. We handle moving violations across Carteret County and the surrounding area.
LEARN MORE →Speeding Tickets
Even a single speeding ticket can mean higher insurance and points on your license. We work to keep your record clean.
LEARN MORE →Felony Defense
Felony convictions follow you for life. We provide experienced, aggressive representation for serious criminal charges in Carteret County.
LEARN MORE →Assault Defense
Assault charges range from misdemeanors to serious felonies. We protect your rights from your first appearance through trial.
LEARN MORE →Sex Crime Defense
Sex crime accusations are life-altering. We provide confidential, strategic defense when your reputation and freedom are on the line.
LEARN MORE →Misdemeanor Defense
Even misdemeanors can affect employment, housing, and professional licenses. We fight to minimize or dismiss charges against you.
LEARN MORE →Driving While License Revoked
A DWLR charge carries serious consequences. We work to protect your driving privileges and keep penalties to a minimum.
LEARN MORE →Facing Legal Issues in Carteret County?
Hire Us. Concentrate on Your Future.
The aftermath of being charged can be bewildering and stressful. You shouldn't have to deal with anything beyond securing your rights and your future.
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We'll talk through your situation — no judgment, no pressure. You'll speak directly with Josh, not a receptionist or paralegal.
We build your defense.
Once you're a client, we handle everything: court appearances, negotiations, paperwork. You don't show up unless you have to.
You get on with your life.
Most people charged with a crime have never been through this before. Our job is to make the process as painless as possible so you can focus on work and family.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 · 92 Google reviews
I was confronted with a very serious legal matter at a later stage in life and hired the Tetterton Law Firm to represent me. Josh and Deanna handled my case with the utmost professionalism and dedication that my case needed.
I recently had a need for legal services and contacted Tetterton Law Firm. They provided consummate professional service. I would not hesitate to utilize their service again if needed and highly recommend this firm.
Great lawyer, got it handled fast and how I wanted. I walked in to his office and walked out in around 10 minutes. He was great.
I've had Mr. Tetterton represent me in court on pretty much every case in Carteret County and he's always gotten me out of any trouble with the best results possible.
ABOUT YOUR ATTORNEY
Joshua H. Tetterton
As a Carteret County criminal defense attorney, Joshua Tetterton has spent over 17 years fighting for individuals facing the full weight of the state’s prosecution. He knows the local courts, the prosecutors, and what it takes to get results — whether that means negotiating a favorable plea or taking a case to trial.
Licensed in North Carolina, Josh practices exclusively criminal and traffic defense, and exclusively in Carteret County, bringing focused experience to every client he represents.
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