When Sporting Events Go Wrong… What are Your Rights at a Stadium?
Sep 20
Sports are our country’s favorite pastime and with football season in full swing, fans will be flocking back to the stadium to cheer on the players ...
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Domestic Violence on College Campuses in North Carolina
Sep 20
Domestic violence cases are some of the most serious and difficult cases in the North Carolina Justice System. When the case involves people on a ...
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Is it Legal to Film the Police in North Carolina?
Sep 20
In today’s modern age of smartphones and the internet, almost everyone has encountered or seen videos of police interactions. The days when camera ...
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Hazing In North Carolina
Sep 14
College is starting up again for thousands of students across North Carolina. It brings the beginning of athletic seasons, club sports, the rushing ...
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Concealed Handgun Permits and Criminal Charges in North Carolina
Sep 14
One of the most common questions from Defendants in criminal cases is, what is going on with my concealed handgun permit? The answer to this question ...
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Campus Police Authority In North Carolina
Sep 14
College students all over North Carolina are returning to campus. While class begins in earnest, so will extracurricular activities… some of which can ...
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Football Season Crimes
Sep 11
To be completely clear, North Carolina law, specifically, North Carolina General Statute § 14-447(a) states that there is no prosecution for public ...
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What is a Conditional Discharge and How Can it Help Me?
Sep 11
If you have been charged with a crime, you may qualify for a diversion program or some sort of deferred prosecution that ends in a dismissal of the ...
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Can I Apply for a Passport with a Criminal Charge? Will I Lose My Passport If I am Convicted?
Sep 11
Being charged with a crime can cause consequences related to employment, housing, and transportation. If you are a current U.S. passport holder or are ...
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Crimes in the Charlotte Airport
Aug 29
In the greater Charlotte area, there are several different airports, and crimes that are committed in the airport usually involve serious punishment ...
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What Happens if I Fail to Register as a Sex Offender?
Aug 29
Registration as a Sex Offender If you have been convicted of a crime requiring Sex Offender Registration , then you will need to register as a Sex ...
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Sentencing Guidelines
Aug 29
Federal sentencing law is a complicated mixture of statutory penalty provisions, enhancements, and Sentencing Guidelines, all of which have developed ...
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When Can the Police Seize My Car?
Aug 21
The most common criminal charges are related to traffic offenses. Nearly everybody drives, and nobody is perfect. Take a look at the chart below from ...
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How Long Can I Lose My License for Traffic Infractions?
Aug 21
The most common criminal charges are related to traffic offenses. Nearly everybody drives, and nobody is perfect. Take a look at the chart below from ...
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Fake IDs & Underage Alcohol Violations
Aug 21
In North Carolina and throughout the United States, college towns and campuses see false identifications being used by incoming college students every ...
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DWI Checkpoints in North Carolina
Aug 21
One of the most common situations that gives rise to a DWI charge is when someone drives through a checkpoint. These checkpoints are often operated at ...
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Which Crimes Require Sex Offender Registration?
Aug 18
There are over 30 types of crimes in North Carolina that require sex offender registration upon conviction. Being on the registry is a crippling ...
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Reckless Boating
Aug 16
Summer is here which means lake season is here! If you are a boat owner, renter, or passenger, it is important to know the North Carolina laws ...
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Common Wildlife Charges in North Carolina
Aug 14
Over the summer and Fall one of the busiest law enforcement agencies in North Carolina is the Wildlife Division. Wildlife charges can carry ...
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Best Approaches in Defending DWI Charges
Aug 01
Without diving into the specifics of a DWI just yet...it should strongly understood that a person has a better opportunity in defending against a DWI ...
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The New Crime of Domestic Violence In North Carolina
Aug 01
One of the most common questions that comes up in the North Carolina Justice System is what is the crime of Domestic Violence. Until recently, the ...
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What Happens if I Violate Probation?
Aug 01
The court may not be over once your case is resolved, especially if you are on probation. Probation comes in two varieties: supervised and ...
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Hemp or Marijuana
Aug 01
Before we take a deep dive into the difference between Hemp and Marijuana, the legalization of hemp in North Carolina has stirred up a number of ...
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Domestic Violence and Multi-Practice Firms in North Carolina
Aug 01
One of the most challenging times in any person’s life is when a relationship is coming to an end, especially if that relationship is a marriage with ...
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I’ve Been Charged with DWI… What Does BAC Mean?
Jul 31
BAC, three letters that don’t mean a whole lot… unless you’re talking about driving while impaired. The concept of BAC is central to proving whether a ...
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What is Discovery and Why Don’t I Have It Yet? Disclosure of Evidence Laws in NC
Jul 28
What is Discovery? When someone is arrested, one of the first things they will often ask is “where is the evidence?” Evidence gathered by the ...
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Changes to the Bond System in North Carolina
Jul 26
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper just signed a new bill into law that will greatly affect how some criminal defendants are processed in the criminal ...
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Blow and Go
Jul 24
Otherwise known as ignition interlock or in-car breathalyzer, the interlock is a testing device that is installed in your vehicle to measure the ...
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10 Things to know if you are being charged or investigated for Child Pornography
Jul 20
You do NOT need to talk to the police One of the costliest decisions made by people who are charged with child pornography crimes, is the decision to ...
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10 Things to Know About DWI
Jul 20
The legal limit. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is below a .08. If your BAC is .08 or more you can be charged with a DWI. If you have a ...
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Ten Things You Should Know When You are Accused of Sexual Assault
Jul 18
You Should Never Speak to the Police Without an Attorney, Under Any Circumstances If you are accused of sexual assault, the police will usually want ...
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What Is a Plea Bargain?
Jun 30
If you have been accused of a crime, it can be an overwhelming experience. You may feel scared and confused as to what your next steps should be. One ...
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What do I do if the Police Interview or Question Me?
Jun 26
First and foremost, anytime law enforcement wants to conduct an interview or “ask you a couple questions,” ask to speak to an attorney. Most ...
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Voluntary and Involuntary Manslaughter Charges in North Carolina
Jun 26
In North Carolina, some killings are prosecuted as murder while others are charged as voluntary or involuntary manslaughter. What do those charges ...
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The Title IX Process in North Carolina Colleges
Jun 26
One of the most serious situations that North Carolina college students can find themselves in is when they are facing allegations of violence against ...
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Sexual Exploitation of a Minor In North Carolina
Jun 23
Not all charges related to child pornography are prosecuted at the federal level. A handful of these cases remain in state court where they are ...
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Mail and Wire Fraud: Brief Overview
Jun 21
Chapter 63 of Title 18 of the United States Code lays out a number of fraud offenses. The two that will be explained below are mail and wire fraud. ...
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Indecent Liberties in North Carolina
Jun 19
Some of the most serious and most difficult cases in the justice system are sex-related offenses that involve child victims. These crimes all carry ...
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I got a BWI, Should I Blow?
Jun 16
Over the summer, one of the most common charges is a BWI or boating while impaired. One of the most common questions from clients about this charge ...
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Domestic Violence its OWN Crime Now
Jun 16
Currently in North Carolina, there is not a charge for domestic violence. However, there are charges like assault on a female or simple assault. ...
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Driving After Consuming Alcohol When Under 21
Jun 16
When you are under the legal drinking age, even consuming one sip of alcohol and getting behind the wheel can get you arrested. Under N.C.G.S. § ...
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Facing a Robbery Charge in NC? Here is what you need to know:
Jun 14
Being accused of robbery, either Common Law Robbery or Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon, is an incredibly difficult process. Both are serious violent ...
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An Overview of Underage Drinking Laws in North Carolina
Jun 05
Young people will often seek out alcohol well below the legal drinking age of 21. Whether someone under 21 gets caught buying beer with a fake ID, ...
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New Open Carry Law
May 26
During the 2023 General Assembly of North Carolina, Session Law 2023-8, Senate Bill 41 eliminated the requirement that North Carolina residents obtain ...
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Should I Blow?
May 26
We are asked numerous times (sometimes in the middle of the night) if I should blow when there is a suspicion of a person driving while impaired. To ...
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Failure to Stop for Blue Lights and Sirens in North Carolina
May 26
One of the more serious traffic offenses in North Carolina is the offense of failure to heed lights and sirens. Punished as a misdemeanor, you can be ...
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I just got a DWI, what is going to happen to my license?
May 26
One of the most common questions we see in DWI cases is what is going to happen to my license? There are several different stages in the process of a ...
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The Fast and The Fined: Prearranged Speed Competitions in North Carolina
May 19
Engaging in a prearranged speeding competition may seem like a fun idea in the movies, but getting caught by the police has real consequences in North ...
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Boating While Impaired In North Carolina
May 19
Boating While Impaired or BWI is one of the most common charges in North Carolina over the summer months, with the Department of Wildlife Resources, ...
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Spontaneous Racing (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 20-141.3(b))
May 19
Spontaneous racing (otherwise known as “Willful Racing”) is different from prearranged racing because of one requirement which is that the race be ...
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Taking a Gun Inside the Airport in Charlotte
May 11
A common gun-related offense in North Carolina is the charge of taking a gun into the airport. Whether in a purse or in a backpack that was not ...
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Speeding Tickets in North Carolina
May 11
As a driver in North Carolina, it is important to know and understand the many driver's license and insurance points that can affect a person’s ...
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Drug Trafficking: How it Works and What to Do
May 11
When a small amount of narcotics are found by law enforcement, sometimes the penalties can be severe. But when a massive amount of narcotics are ...
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Types of Sobriety Tests
May 05
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (Otherwise, known as a “HGN”) : Specifically, Nystagmus means an involuntary jerking of the eyes. Alcohol and other drugs ...
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Can You Stand Your Ground in North Carolina?
May 04
When it comes to self-defense, in some states you have a duty to retreat before using force against another person. But in other states, you can ...
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New Rules for Purchasing Handguns In North Carolina
May 03
For many years purchasing a firearm in North Carolina was a confusing process. With different rules for purchasing a pistol and a long gun, many ...
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Child Abuse Charges in North Carolina
May 01
Intentionally disciplining a child can sometimes lead to unintentional consequences. The worst of these can often be charges for child abuse. Whether ...
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Misdemeanor Death by Vehicle: When Traffic Accidents Go Wrong
Apr 28
On our roads and highways, tragedy can strike in an instant. Perhaps a distracted driver is texting on their cell phone, a speeding driver loses ...
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I Have Pending Federal Charges, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Apr 28
Anytime a person is charged with a federal offense it is serious and must not be taken lightly. More than likely, the federal government ...
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How Law Enforcement Can Coerce Confessions
Apr 21
During police questioning, the truth is expected of the person being questioned. Therefore, it is natural to infer that the same would be true of the ...
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Kidnapping in North Carolina
Apr 11
One of the most serious felony crimes in North Carolina is the crime of kidnapping. Punishable by up to 231 months in prison. These kinds of charges ...
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Harassing Telephone Calls (N.C.G.S. § 14-196)
Apr 11
Under North Carolina General Statute § 14-196, using profane, indecent or threatening language to any person over the telephone, annoying or harassing ...
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Using the Phone at Jail, Do’s and Don’ts
Apr 08
While you are in jail after an arrest, you only have one real lifeline to everyone in the outside world; the telephone. In Mecklenburg County, phone ...
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Failure to Move Over for Emergency Vehicles in North Carolina
Apr 07
One of the more common traffic offenses in North Carolina these days is the charge of failure to move over for emergency vehicles or illegally passing ...
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Hit and Run
Apr 07
The most important thing to understand is what type of Hit and Run a person has been charged with. There are many different types of Hit and Run and ...
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How Do I Get Out of Jail After An Arrest?
Mar 31
Depending on the county a person is arrested in determines which local policies and practices are put in place by the Chief Judges of that judicial ...
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What is a SANE Nurse’s Role in a Sexual Abuse Case?
Mar 31
If you have been charged with a crime involving allegations of sexual assault, the accuser will often undergo a series of physical and psychological ...
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Alcohol Tests in North Carolina DWI Cases
Mar 29
DWI’s are some of the most common cases in the North Carolina Criminal Justice System. When charged with a DWI one of the most important pieces of ...
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Wrongfully Accused of Child Abuse from Decades Ago? Where Do You Go from Here?
Mar 08
Have you found yourself accused of misconduct with a child that allegedly occurred in the 2000’s, 90’s, or even earlier? Trying to remember what ...
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Taking a Gun into the Airport
Mar 07
The Charlotte airport has become one of the busiest airports in the nation. One of the most common criminal charges that stems from this airport is ...
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Possession of Firearm by Felon (N.C.G.S. § 14-415.1)
Mar 06
North Carolina Law: Under North Carolina General Statute § 14-415.1, it shall be unlawful for any person who has been convicted of a felony to ...
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Hit and Run in North Carolina
Mar 03
In North Carolina, one of the most serious driving offenses is hit and run. If you are charged with a hit and run, you can face prison time and a ...
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What is Discharging a Firearm into Occupied Property?
Mar 01
If you or someone you love has been charged with Discharging a Firearm into Occupied Property, you probably have many questions. What does this charge ...
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Crime Against Nature
Feb 28
North Carolina’s sex offense laws and statutes are constantly changing. This makes it extremely difficult to determine whether or not you could be ...
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Domestice Violence in North Carolina
Feb 27
Domestic violence is taken really seriously in the criminal justice system in North Carolina. People often mistakenly believe they have been charged ...
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No Contact Orders in Criminal Cases
Feb 24
When you are charged with a crime of Domestic Violence, one of the first things that the Judge or magistrate who is setting your conditions of ...
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I Refused the Breath Test Now What?
Feb 23
When someone has been charged with a DWI in North Carolina and refuses the breathalyzer test potential consequences arise. In North Carolina when ...
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Child Pornography Laws in North Carolina
Feb 22
Like most states, North Carolina has made it illegal to make, distribute, or possess child pornography. North Carolina classifies these actions as ...
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Do I file a 50B Protective Order or a 50C Civil No-Contact Order?
Feb 21
What is a 50B Domestic Violence Protective Order ? Under North Carolina General Statute § 50B-1, domestic violence means the commission of: Attempting ...
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I Took Out Criminal Charges Against My Spouse and I Don’t Want To Press Charges, What Happens Next?
Feb 20
In North Carolina, a common scenario that prompts the prosecution of a domestic violence case is one where neither side wants to be involved or press ...
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Should I Talk to the Police?
Feb 08
A police officer has made contact with you and wants to speak with you regarding an investigation where your name has come up. What should you do now? ...
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If I Was Arrested for a Domestic Violence Charge, Do I Have To Stay in Jail for 48 Hours?
Feb 07
North Carolina General Statute § 15A-534.1. The simplest answer is NO. Why? A deep dive into North Carolina General Statute § 15A-534.1 – Crimes of ...
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I Sent a Nude Image to Someone Who Is a Minor, Am I in Trouble?
Feb 07
While the laws surrounding receiving nude images from a minor are very clear and well-known, the laws around sending nude or explicit images to a ...
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Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in North Carolina
Feb 03
One of the most serious results of being convicted of a sex-related crime is the requirement that you must register as a sex offender. Once on the sex ...
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The Defense of Others in North Carolina
Feb 02
When someone is charged with a violent crime in North Carolina, one of the ways they can be found not guilty is to raise the affirmative defense known ...
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Sexual Battery in North Carolina
Feb 01
One of the most serious criminal charges that you can face in North Carolina are sex crimes. On top of that, just the charge of a sex crime could ...
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Defense of Property Claim in North Carolina
Jan 30
In North Carolina, a person charged with a crime has numerous ways to fight against that charge. One of those ways is through the use of an ...
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What Are the Penalties for Indecent Exposure?
Jan 30
Indecent exposure in North Carolina is a serious crime and can carry stiff penalties. It is important to understand what the law says about indecent ...
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Self Defense in North Carolina
Jan 29
A person may not be guilty of a crime, even if the person committed the crime if there was a legal justification. One of the most common legal ...
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Second-Degree Forcible Sexual Offense
Jan 20
North Carolina’s sex offense laws and statutes are constantly changing. This makes it extremely difficult to determine whether or not you could be ...
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The North Carolina Rape Shield Rule
Jan 20
Some of the most serious cases in the North Carolina Criminal Justice system are sexual assault cases. During these cases, one of the most important ...
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New ATF Rules and Pistol Braces
Jan 20
On Friday, January 13, 2023, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, or ATF submitted and had signed by the Attorney General new ...
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Solicitation of a Child by Computer
Jan 10
One of the most serious criminal charges that you can face in North Carolina are sex crimes. On top of that, a sex crime involving a minor could ...
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Statute of Limitations in Sexual Assault Cases
Jan 10
When people hear someone was arrested for a sexual offense crime that allegedly occurred 20 years ago, the logical question that comes to mind is ...
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Title IX and the North Carolina Justice System.
Jan 10
When most people hear the phrase “Title Nine” or “Title IX” they think about men’s and women’s sports and scholarships. However, Title IX covers much ...
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Man Arrested for Attempted Murder, Mass Violence Threats
Dec 07
Authorities announced the arrest of a man accused of violent crimes . Tyson Corpening allegedly shot a park ranger and threw a rock with a hate-speech ...
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Father Faces Charges in Toddler’s Accidental Death
Nov 08
The death of a 2-year-old boy in an accidental shooting has led to his father being charged with misdemeanor failure to properly and safely store his ...
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Will Biden’s Marijuana Pardons Affect NC Drug Convictions?
Oct 19
President Joe Biden announced pardons for anyone convicted of federal simple marijuana possession . No other marijuana-related crime or other types of ...
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New Mecklenburg Criminal Diversion Program for Young Adults
Aug 09
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) announced in June 2022 that it was implementing a new criminal diversion program for young adults . ...
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Motorcycle Accidents Peak in Summer Months
Jul 06
Summer is a popular season for motorcyclists. Day trips and simply enjoying the beautiful weather are common reasons to put on a helmet and hit the ...
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Raise the Age Law Changes How Juveniles Are Charged as Adults
Feb 08
Laws passed in the last five years have altered how North Carolina’s justice system views crimes committed by juveniles. The changes mean that fewer ...
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Can I Buy My Child a Gun for Christmas?
Dec 03
A recent school shooting that resulted in the arrest of both the teen shooter and his parents has adults across the country wondering about their own ...
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Drug Trafficking Has Nothing to Do with Intent
Oct 29
If you look up the definition of trafficking, you will find that it means to “buy and sell” and “do business.” Knowing that, it would be ...
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Can a DUI/DWI Prevent Me from Being Hired?
Aug 24
When you are pulled over by law enforcement for suspected Driving While Impaired, your job prospects might not be the first worry on your mind. That’s ...
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Can I Get a DWI While Biking in North Carolina?
Oct 22
Instead of driving after having a few alcohol beverages, many people believe riding a bicycle is the wisest and safest alternative. Unfortunately, it ...
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North Carolina Reckless Driving Laws
Oct 19
While traffic violations are mostly infractions that are punishable by a costly fine and points administered to your driver’s license, there are some ...
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Commercial DWI in North Carolina
Oct 15
From semi-trucks to buses, commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are an integral part of our country, whether they are transporting essential ...
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Common Defenses to Drug Possession
Oct 12
Drug possession is a serious offense in North Carolina. Possession of a Schedule I substance like heroin, opiates, fentanyl, or ecstasy is a felony, ...
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Can I Get a DWI When I am Just Sitting in My Car?
Jul 02
SURPRISINGLY the answer is YES! North Carolina law does NOT require a car to be in motion in order to be charged with a DWI. Instead, the statute says ...
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4 Common Types of Internet Sex Crimes
Jun 04
From e-mail and social media to entertainment and news outlets, we rely on the internet to communicate, work, learn, and stay connected with loved ...
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What Is the 90-96 Program for Drug Charges in North Carolina?
May 26
As the nation progresses towards a more lenient view of marijuana, legislatures have also had to come up with more lenient ways to handle minor drug ...
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FAQ: DUI/DWI in North Carolina
May 19
Our experienced attorneys at Jetton & Meredith, PLLC understand that getting a DUI/DWI can be a frightening experience, especially if you don’t know ...
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Domestic Violence & COVID-19
May 19
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the COVID-19 outbreak has become a pandemic. Within the next few weeks, North ...
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Sexual Battery Charges in Charlotte North Carolina
May 13
Sexual battery is one of the most serious misdemeanor crimes in North Carolina. A conviction of sexual battery carries the potential of jail time, ...
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What Is the Shoplifting Penalty in North Carolina?
May 08
Shoplifting is a common offense prosecuted in North Carolina courts. How you are charged in this offense, however, will depend on various factors. ...
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Indecent Liberties with a Child in North Carolina
May 07
Some of the most serious criminal charges you can face in North Carolina are sexual based offenses that involve a child, such as Indecent Liberties ...
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The Do's and Don'ts of Carrying a Concealed Handgun
May 06
Your permit to carry a concealed handgun must be carried along with valid identification wherever the handgun is being carried. When approached or ...
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What Is the First Offenders Program in North Carolina?
Apr 30
Are you facing a first-time criminal offense in or around the greater Charlotte area? If so, you are likely anxious about how this will affect your ...
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December 2019 Changes to North Carolina's Sexual Offense Laws
Apr 24
In December of 2019, two new laws took effect in North Carolina reforming the states sexual assault laws. These two key changes substantially altered ...
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Forceable Rape in North Carolina
Apr 23
One of the most serious charges you can face in North Carolina is the charge of Forceable Rape. A conviction for one of these crimes can destroy your ...
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Commonly Raised Questions and Issues in Forceable Rape Cases
Apr 23
Forceable rape cases are often very complex and bring up numerous questions. It is imperative that you speak to an experienced and knowledgeable ...
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Statutory Rape in North Carolina
Apr 21
One of the most serious criminal charges that you can face in North Carolina is statutory rape. If you are charged with a sex crime then your future ...
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When Is DWI a Felony in North Carolina?
Apr 17
Most DWI charges in the state of North Carolina are misdemeanors. These fall into five levels, with Level V being the least serious and Level I being ...
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The Consequences of Domestic Violence
Apr 14
One of the most serious crimes you can be convicted of is a crime of domestic violence. Whether it is a felony or a misdemeanor the consequences are ...
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What Does it Mean to be Charged with Assault on a Female and How is that Different from Regular Assault?
Apr 14
There are three elements that must be met to be charged with assault on a female. The first element is that an assault must have occurred. This ...
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COVID-19 Affects on Domestic Violence
Apr 14
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the COVID-19 outbreak has become a pandemic. Within the next few weeks, North ...
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Domestic Violence Cases with the COVID-19 Pandemic
Apr 09
Domestic Violence cases in North Carolina are always serious, even more so now during the COVID-19 pandemic because of the different consequences that ...
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What are the Implications of Getting a Domestic Violence Conviction?
Apr 09
North Carolina takes domestic violence convictions very seriously. It can have rippling effects across many aspects of your life that you may not ...
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COVID-19 and North Carolina Courts
Mar 26
On March 13, 2020, North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley announced that due to the COVID-19 or coronavirus, North Carolina Courts ...
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Posting Bail in North Carolina
Mar 19
When someone is arrested for a criminal charge in North Carolina there is usually a lot of different processes going on at the same time, this mass of ...
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Tips for Handling Child Custody and Visitation During COVID-19
Mar 17
On top of everything happening at the present date with COVID-19, individuals may be dealing with circumstances surrounding child custody or ...
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COVID-19 & North Carolina Divorce
Mar 11
When North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper issued a statewide stay in place order on March 27, 2020, directing all residents to remain in their homes and ...
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Marsy’s Law
Mar 05
In 2018, North Carolina voters approved a new amendment to the North Carolina Constitution known as Marsy’s Law the Crime Victim’s Rights Amendment ...
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When the Police Call, How Do You Answer?
Feb 28
One of the most daunting situations to be faced with in life is to be contacted by the police regarding a crime or a potential charge against you. An ...
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Interfering with Emergency Communications in North Carolina
Feb 20
Crimes of Domestic Violence are often some of the most serious charges a person can face. In North Carolina, crimes that have been marked as domestic ...
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DWI Sentencing, Am I Going to Jail?
Feb 11
Once someone has been charged with a DWI, one of their first thoughts is, “am I going to jail for this?” While there isn’t a straightforward answer to ...
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Communicating Threats
Feb 06
Communicating Threats; A charge commonly seen in North Carolina District Court and as a headline in some of the recent North Carolina Court of Appeals ...
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No Contact Order in North Carolina
Jan 22
A no contact order—commonly known as a “50C order” in North Carolina—is a type of restraining order for sexual assault or stalking victims who do not ...
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Can a North Carolina Domestic Violence Charge Be Dropped or Dismissed by the Accuser/Victim?
Jan 17
Can a Victim/Accuser of Domestic Violence Drop/Dismiss the Charges? Although many spouses and family members love each other unconditionally, ...
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North Carolina’s First Step Act
Jan 08
What is the North Carolina First Step Act? North Carolina’s first step act is currently not a law; it has passed the State Senate and it is our belief ...
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Felons and Firearms
Jan 02
It is a well-known fact that once you are convicted of a felony, you lose certain rights and privileges. Some of these losses include the right to ...
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48-Hour Rule for Domestic Violence Cases in North Carolina
Dec 23
If a person is arrested for allegedly committing a misdemeanor or felony domestic violence offense in North Carolina, he/she will be held in jail ...
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What are Deferred Prosecutions and Should I Do One?
Dec 17
A North Carolina deferred prosecution, simply put, is a contract between a criminal defendant and the State of North Carolina. Deferred Prosecutions ...
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Should You Blow?
Dec 11
One of the questions we’re asked most frequently from people who have been charged with a DWI is, “should I have blown?” One of the questions we hear ...
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Private Warrant Domestic Cases
Dec 05
My spouse took out a warrant on me and wants to drop the case, what happens now? One of the more confusing situations in court is what happens when ...
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FAQs about Driving While License Revoked Charges In North Carolina
Nov 28
One of the more common traffic charges in North Carolina is Driving While License Revoked. Cases involving DWLR charges can be complex and can leave ...
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Party Host Liability for Alcohol-Related Accidents in North Carolina
Nov 25
With holiday parties and gatherings on the horizon, there is a heightened risk of being on the road with drunk drivers. If you happen to be injured by ...
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Cyberstalking in North Carolina
Nov 19
Cyberstalking, the Crime In today’s world where just about everyone has a smartphone and communication is often completely digital, cyberstalking has ...
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Posting Bail in North Carolina
Nov 13
Many cases in North Carolina begin when you’re charged with a crime and are then arrested; but once you’ve been arrested, what happens next? The ...
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Common Misunderstandings with DWI Laws in North Carolina
Oct 28
In North Carolina, one of the most common criminal charges is Driving While Impaired, or DWI. While DWI may be one of the most commonly charged crimes ...
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North Carolina Probation Violations
Oct 25
One of the most common punishments after a criminal conviction in North Carolina is being placed on probation. There are two kinds of probation in ...
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The Theft Crime of Larceny in North Carolina
Oct 21
In North Carolina there are several different types of theft-related crimes, ranging from the lowest level misdemeanors, such as misdemeanor ...
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What Happens If You Miss Court?
Oct 18
Once a court date is missed, it is important to know what the consequences are and what to do next. Questions arise such as: is there a warrant for ...
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Assault on a Female in North Carolina
Sep 17
In North Carolina, assault charges are usually broken down into two groups; felony and misdemeanor assaults. One of the most serious misdemeanor ...
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Vehicle Registration & License Plate Violations
Jul 08
In North Carolina, one of the most common ways to be pulled over by the police is by allowing your vehicle’s registration to expire. It is a violation ...
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Why You Should Plead “Not Guilty” at Arraignment
May 31
After an arrest, an arraignment--the first court hearing--will be scheduled within 30 days or so. Once you are read the charges filed against you and ...
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What Makes a Crime Domestic Violence?
May 07
In North Carolina there are certain charges that are by their very nature, crimes of domestic violence. This is most commonly seen in the charge of ...
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Restraining Orders in North Carolina
Apr 29
In North Carolina, there are two types of restraining orders: domestic violence protective orders and civil no-contact orders . In the court system, a ...
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North Carolina Assault by Strangulation
Mar 27
In North Carolina there are many different types of assault charges, ranging from misdemeanor simple assault, all the way up to felony assault ...
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North Carolina Domestic Violence Protective Order Violation
Mar 22
One of the most common domestic violence crimes in a violation of a Domestic Violence Protective Order (“DVPO”) , commonly referred to as a ...
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Carrying a Concealed Weapon in North Carolina
Mar 12
North Carolina closely regulates the carrying of concealed weapons by the public. NCGS 14-269 prohibits the carrying of deadly weapons, except as ...
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SIX Things You Need to Know About Drug Cases in North Carolina
Mar 07
North Carolina’s Controlled Substances Act can be found in North Carolina General Statute Chapter 90. There are several different sections outlining ...
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Miranda Rights Misconceptions
Aug 30
The Miranda Warning, commonly known as being ‘Mirandized,’ is one of the most talked about and misunderstood aspects of criminal arrest and ...
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What Are Criminal Summons and Private Warrants?
Aug 11
When an officer knocks on your door and hands you a criminal summons, what does that mean? While most of us will never experience this, many citizens ...
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What You Need to Know About Boating While Impaired (BWI) Laws In North Carolina
Jul 23
What You Need to Know About Boating While Impaired (BWI) Laws in North Carolina In 2016, North Carolina enacted Sheyenne’s Law in response to an ...
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10 Things You Need to Know About Domestic Violence and the Law
Mar 20
Domestic violence is a crime. It’s a crime that not only impacts the victim, but can have a lasting effect on loved ones, family members, friends and ...
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How Innocent People Become Wrongfully Incriminated
Dec 25
A number of people in North Carolina and throughout the U.S. currently sit behind bars, serving a sentence imposed on them by a court of law. ...
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North Carolina Considers Law To Expand Schedule 1 Controlled Substances
Dec 22
Legislators in North Carolina are considering a new law that would increase the penalties associated with certain drug crimes. The law specifically ...
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What Is The Max Time I’m Facing With Multiple Misdemeanors In NC?
Dec 17
When imposing a sentence on more than one misdemeanor offense, a judge may order a concurrent or consecutive sentence. A concurrent sentence means ...
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How Does Felony Sentencing Work In NC?
Dec 11
Like misdemeanor sentencing, felonies in North Carolina are sentenced according to structured sentencing, which bases your punishment on a grid that ...
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Prescription Drugs And DWI In North Carolina: What You Should Know
Sep 01
In 2013, a North Carolina mayor was pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. According to ABC News Channel 12, the man said he had taken ...
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I Refused The Breathalyzer, Can I Still Be Convicted Of DWI?
Jun 05
Since the police have no numerical reading of your breath can you still be convicted of DWI? We are often asked about the choices one must make when ...
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The 3 Big Consequences of Refusing a Breathalyzer Test in a DWI Investigation
May 30
You have been recently arrested for DWI and refused the breathalyzer test. What are the consequences of refusing the breathalyzer test? What are your ...
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Top 6 Things To Know About Your Miranda Rights
May 21
You have been recently arrested, written a citation, or questioned by police and NOT read your Miranda Rights. Does that matter? Can your case be ...
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The Risks Of Self-Representation In Criminal Cases
Apr 24
People in North Carolina are often encouraged to take care of things themselves. If one goes into a local bookstore, that person would find dozens of ...
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Know The Consequences Of Underage Drinking In North Carolina
Feb 08
Lawmakers, police and prosecutors take impaired driving extremely seriously in North Carolina and offenders, no matter their age, routinely face ...
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Circumstantial Evidence Offered Did Not Prove Intent to Sell Marijuana
May 20
The possession of marijuana with intent to sell is a more serious offense than simple possession and such intent may be shown by direct or ...
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Two DWI bills pass in the North Carolina House, head to Senate
Mar 16
Bills target DWI offenders with stiffer penalties and license restrictions The North Carolina House has passed two bills aimed at both first-time and ...
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Implied Consent in North Carolina
Oct 31
Even though most drivers may not be aware of it, everyone with a North Carolina driver’s license has agreed to allow police to test their blood ...
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