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David M. Schweppe

David M. Schweppe, Owner and Managing Attorney of The Schweppe Law Firm, P.A., has over 28 years of experience representing clients in criminal defense, personal injury, and workers' compensation. Admitted to the North Carolina Bar in 1997, he earned his J.D. from Campbell University and his B.S. from Washington and Lee University. Based in Shelby, NC, Mr. Schweppe is dedicated to protecting clients’ rights and securing favorable results.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: David M. Schweppe

Knowing the basics of your will before you sign
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Many people in North Carolina have received the advice that they should prepare a will, but they may not be…

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Spotting problems early can help avoid real estate closing delays
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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

If you’re purchasing a home in North Carolina, you’ve probably searched for the perfect property to fit your requirements. Becoming…

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Contesting a Breathalyzer result in a trial
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

One of the most important duties law enforcement agencies have in North Carolina is removing intoxicated drivers from the highways.…

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The basics and examples of property taxes in North Carolina
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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2025

Property taxes are the greatest source of revenue for North Carolina’s local government. As such, they are taken seriously. If…

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How illegally obtained evidence can be declared ‘poisonous’ to justice
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Like every other state, North Carolina has laws that limit what police can do to arrest people and charge them…

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What are my responsibilities as executor of estate in North Carolina?
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Becoming an executor of an estate probably sounds intimidating for most North Carolina residents. While the position comes with a…

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NC is a pure contributory negligence state
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Last Modified on Apr 30, 2024

All states use some form of comparative negligence law when adjudicating auto accidents. Some states have changed to the more…

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The basics of real estate investing
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Last Modified on Feb 28, 2024

Real estate investing attracts many people interested in owning a property that grows in value. A core concept of real…

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The problems with eyewitness testimony
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Last Modified on Dec 11, 2023

Eyewitness testimony is a type of information used in both criminal and civil cases that many people would like to…

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Revocable Living Trust And How They Work
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Last Modified on Sep 19, 2025

For those living in North Carolina who want to plan their estates, a revocable living trust is a useful tool…

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