NC Criminal Law
There are two different types of probation extensions. They are set out in different statutes. And they can be confusing.
Ordinary extensions. Under G.S. 15A-1344(d), probation may be extended at any time “after notice and hearing and for good cause shown.” This type of extension allows probation to be extended up to the maximum allowed under G.S. 15A-1342(a), which is five years (or two years in the case of a...
The rules of evidence do not apply at sentencing. G.S. 8C-1101(b)(3).
Venue to try an accessory after the fact is proper in any county where the principal could be prosecuted or in the county where the defendant committed acts that form the basis of the charge of accessory after the fact.
A criminal charge contained in a pleading must be sufficiently definite to identify the offense, enable the defendant to prepare his or her defense, bar a subsequent prosecution for the same offense, and enable the court to impose judgment.
A trial judge may permit any party to introduce additional evidence at any time before verdict. See G.S. 15A-1226(b).
If a defendant pleads guilty to an H or I felony in district court, is placed on probation, and is subsequently charged with violating that probation, the superior court has jurisdiction to hear the violation. But with the consent of the state and the defendant, the district court may hear the violation. G.S. 7A-271(e).