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Jonathan Dean Griffin

Jonathan Dean Griffin is a family law attorney at Griffin Law, PLLC in Statesville, North Carolina. With over 20 years of experience, he also represents clients in criminal defense, handling cases such as divorce, child custody, child support, DUI/DWI, and other criminal matters. He earned his J.D. from North Carolina Central University School of Law (cum laude, 2001) and his B.S. from the University of Texas at Tyler (magna cum laude, 1994). Licensed to practice in North Carolina since 2001, Jonathan is dedicated to helping clients navigate difficult legal challenges with skill and compassion.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Jonathan Dean Griffin

Why it can be a mistake to quickly agree to a custody schedule

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Last Modified on Jan 08, 2024

When it comes to divorce and custody arrangements, agreeing to a schedule right away may seem like a practical decision.…

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North Carolina’s open container laws care about the type of container

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Last Modified on Jan 05, 2024

It’s not just a crime in North Carolina to drive while intoxicated (DWI); it’s also an offense to have an…

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Understanding the Zero Tolerance policy

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Last Modified on Dec 19, 2023

Driving while impaired (DWI) is a criminal offense with serious consequences in North Carolina. Those convicted can expect a bevy…

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Is delaying child custody hearings an option in North Carolina?

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Last Modified on Dec 14, 2023

Working to resolve a child custody case can be stressful, especially when you’re trying to negotiate terms with your spouse…

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Credit card fraud is a two-part criminal offense

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Last Modified on Nov 29, 2023

Thanks to the convenience of credit cards, people can easily buy expensive items. Using cards also means you don’t have…

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Are you committing an offense by tampering with an antishoplifting tag?

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Last Modified on Nov 09, 2023

Antishoplifting measures come in all shapes and forms. They could take the form of electronic or RFID-based tags, which trigger…

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How parents can help their children move on after a DWI charge

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Last Modified on Nov 08, 2023

Facing a DWI charge can be a challenging and distressing experience, not only for the individual charged but also for…

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What happens when you steal from a construction site?

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Last Modified on Oct 27, 2023

Whether the project is a new building or renovating an existing structure, construction sites can be very busy spaces filled…

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How does the destruction of marital property affect alimony?

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Last Modified on Oct 12, 2023

Divorce can be a challenging period. Heightened emotions and disagreements often govern it. In the midst of these difficulties, purposeful…

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Why it’s important to establish paternity

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2023

There are many reasons why it is important to establish paternity, both for the child and the parents. Paternity is…

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Does North Carolina allow nesting?

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Last Modified on Sep 13, 2023

If you have read anything about divorce and child custody over the past few years, you may have heard about…

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Felony DWIs carry the harshest penalties

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Last Modified on Sep 13, 2023

Normally, a driver charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) in North Carolina would face a misdemeanor on conviction. The state…

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