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W. Scott Harkey
Former prosecutor and Board Certified Specialist in NC Criminal Law.
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Biography
Scott's law practice focuses primarily on high stakes litigation in State and Federal Courts. He is a former prosecutor and Board-Certified Specialist in NC Criminal Law. Scott has handled thousands of complex matters in over 60 North Carolina counties. His cases have been featured in national publications including USA Today, Associated Press, Adweek, Washington Post, Washington Times, Newsweek, CNN, & ESPN.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- White Collar Crime
- Stockbroker & Investment Fraud
- DUI & DWI
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Business Arbitration, Consumer Arbitration
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- North Carolina
- North Carolina State Bar
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- United States District Court M.D.N.C.
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- United States District Court W.D.N.C
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Languages
- English
Professional Experience
- Attorney & Managing Partner
- Harkey Litigation
- Current
- Senior Financial Crimes Prosecutor
- State of North Carolina
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Education
- Campbell Law School
- J.D. (2012)
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- North Carolina State University
- (2007)
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Awards
- AV Preeminent Rating
- Martindale-Hubbell
- 10.0 Rating
- Justia Inc
Professional Associations
- North Carolina State Bar  # 44433
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- North Carolina Bar Association
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- North Carolina Bar Association - Criminal Justice Section
- Executive Committee
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- American Bar Association
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- Forsyth County Bar Association
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Restitution: A Prosecutor’s Guide
- NOW COMES THE STATE
- The Admissibility and Presentation of Business Records
- NOW COMES THE STATE
Speaking Engagements
- Admissibility & Presentation of Business Records, Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys’ Advisory Council, Phoenix, AZ
- Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys Advisory Council
- Using 404(b) in Financial Crimes Cases, North Carolina Conference of District Attorneys
- Accessing and Organizing Records in Elder Exploitation Cases, orth Carolina Partnership to Address Adult Abuse Annual Meeting
Certifications
- Board Certified Specialist - North Carolina Criminal Law
- North Carolina State Bar
Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Harkey Litigation
- Blog
- Harkey Litigation
- What is Identity Theft in North Carolina?
February 28, 2023 - Harkey Recognized by 2023 North Carolina Super Lawyers®
January 24, 2023 - Larceny Charges in North Carolina
January 19, 2023
Legal Answers
3 Questions Answered
- Q. My court date on the paperwork served on me is 03-06-23 but I just received a letter from clerk of court with different
- A: You should contact the clerk directly to confirm that the date provided on the letter is the correct court date. You should also search for your court date at https://www.nccourts.gov/court-dates to confirm your court date.
- Q. can i ask a clerk of court why someone is on probation and terms of their probation
- A: Yes. This is a matter of public record. You can go to the Clerk of Court in the county where the offender was ordered by the court to be placed on probation. The Clerk will be able to look up the individual's name, offense, case disposition, and any other specifics. You can also request a copy of the case file, judgment, and any orders associated with the matter.
- Q. Is it illegal (criminally or civilly) to forge timestamps on a commitment custody order?
- A: Forgery of Writings is a common law offense in North Carolina. Common law forgery occurs when someone 1) falsely makes or alters a writing; 2) at the time the person made or altered the writing they intended to defraud; 3) the writing appeared to be genuine; and 4) the writing, if genuine, would have an apparent legal effect or have evidence of another's legal rights.
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