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Crime data reported for Leland in 2023

The Leland Police Department reported 30 violent crimes and 160 property crimes to the FBI for 2023, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Crime data reported for Brunswick County in 2023

The Brunswick County Sheriff's Office reported 225 violent crimes and 897 property crimes to the FBI for 2023, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Population growth in Leland and Brunswick County

Leland's estimated population was 34,451 on July 1, 2024, up from 23,377 at the April 2020 census base, a 47.4% increase, according to U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates. Brunswick County's estimated population was 167,112 on July 1, 2024, up from 136,689 at the April 2020 census base, a 22.3% increase, according to the same Census Bureau estimates.

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Local facts on this page come from public sources including FBI Crime Data Explorer and U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates, listed below. Checked against those sources. Last updated October 2026.

About Leland

Criminal Defense Cases in Leland, NC

Located in rapidly growing Brunswick County, Leland's proximity to Wilmington means cases may be handled through various jurisdictional levels. The town's expanding population has led to increased law enforcement activity along major corridors like Highway 17 and Interstate 140. Local criminal defense attorneys understand the nuances of practicing in both Brunswick County courts and the broader Cape Fear region's legal system.

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Common Criminal Defense Matters in Leland

Criminal defense attorneys protect individuals charged with crimes, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, ensuring due process and the best possible outcome.

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DUI / DWI defense
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Why It Matters

Why Hire a Local Criminal Defense Attorney in Leland?

They understand the specific challenges of defending clients in this growing coastal community and maintain relationships with local court personnel that can benefit your case.

Local Courts
Criminal cases in Leland are primarily handled by Brunswick County Superior Court and Brunswick County District Court, both located in Bolivia, North Carolina. More serious federal criminal matters may be addressed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.
North Carolina Law

North Carolina Criminal Defense Laws & Deadlines

North Carolina follows structured sentencing guidelines under G.S. See our North Carolina criminal defense page for more.

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