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Should You Exit Your Vehicle After a Drunk Driving Crash in North Carolina?

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Dec 132 min read

Should You Exit Your Vehicle After a Drunk Driving Crash in North Carolina?

You may be unsure of what to do after a drunk driving accident in North Carolina – especially if you know you’ve had a few too many. One...

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Two North Carolina Police Officers Arrested for DWI While a Third Receives Praise

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Dec 62 min read

Two North Carolina Police Officers Arrested for DWI While a Third Receives Praise

No one is above the law in North Carolina. Even police officers may face DWI charges in the Tar Heel State, and this can cause serious...

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North Carolina Sees Numerous Cocaine Drug Busts

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Nov 292 min read

North Carolina Sees Numerous Cocaine Drug Busts

Over the past week, authorities in North Carolina have arrested numerous suspects on cocaine charges. The sheer volume of these arrests...

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Are Driver Improvement Clinics Worth it After a North Carolina Speeding Ticket?

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Nov 222 min read

Are Driver Improvement Clinics Worth it After a North Carolina Speeding Ticket?

Drivers in North Carolina may have heard that it is possible to mitigate speeding tickets through education. If you take something called...

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Should I Toss My Weed Out of My Car Before a Traffic Stop in North Carolina?

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Nov 152 min read

Should I Toss My Weed Out of My Car Before a Traffic Stop in North Carolina?

It is difficult to act rationally when you are being pursued by police officers. Faced with the possibility of a traffic stop, many...

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DWI After Hitting a Golf Cart in North Carolina: What Are My Options?

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Nov 82 min read

DWI After Hitting a Golf Cart in North Carolina: What Are My Options?

Over the past few years, golf carts have become common across the Carolinas. In previous decades, seeing golf carts zooming around on...

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What Happens if I Get Too Many Points on My License?

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Nov 12 min read

What Happens if I Get Too Many Points on My License?

Like many states, North Carolina uses a points system to penalize drivers who commit traffic violations. The concept is simple:...

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Oct 252 min read

DUIs in the Construction Industry

Some workers may wonder whether DUIs are handled differently, whether they are on the job or driving as a civilian. Some industries...

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Can the Police Use a Dog to Search for Cocaine in North Carolina?

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Oct 182 min read

Can the Police Use a Dog to Search for Cocaine in North Carolina?

If you are driving in North Carolina, police can only pull you over for certain reasons. Going one step further, they may only search...

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When are You Allowed to Break the Speed Limit in North Carolina?

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Oct 112 min read

When are You Allowed to Break the Speed Limit in North Carolina?

Is there any situation in which it might be acceptable to break the speed limit in North Carolina ? What if you are rushing to the...

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Arrested for Having Bloodshot Eyes While Driving in North Carolina

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Oct 42 min read

Arrested for Having Bloodshot Eyes While Driving in North Carolina

Police officers in North Carolina often pay close attention to a driver’s eyes during traffic stops. Officers are trained to look for...

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Caught With Weed Edibles in North Carolina: What are My Options?

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Sep 272 min read

Caught With Weed Edibles in North Carolina: What are My Options?

According to a study by Dalhousie University, a growing proportion of cannabis users say they prefer edibles. The demand for these...

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Thousands of People “Flock” to Cherokee Marijuana Dispensary in North Carolina

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Sep 202 min read

Thousands of People “Flock” to Cherokee Marijuana Dispensary in North Carolina

The grand opening of North Carolina’s only marijuana dispensary has arrived, and thousands of people have flooded its gates. The lineup...

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How to Prove the Cocaine Was Not Yours in North Carolina

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Sep 132 min read

How to Prove the Cocaine Was Not Yours in North Carolina

After an encounter with police, you may have been accused of possessing cocaine in North Carolina . These accusations can be...

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Penalties for Doing Donuts in North Carolina

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Sep 62 min read

Penalties for Doing Donuts in North Carolina

People have been doing donuts in their vehicles since the very first cars emerged, and even the ancient Model T was capable of this...

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Lessons From Three Recent DWI Cases in North Carolina

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Aug 302 min read

Lessons From Three Recent DWI Cases in North Carolina

While it can be helpful to learn about the various DWI laws in North Carolina, sometimes real-world cases provide more...

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Federal Agencies Cooperate to Arrest Alleged Cocaine Dealers in North Carolina

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Aug 232 min read

Federal Agencies Cooperate to Arrest Alleged Cocaine Dealers in North Carolina

Although slightly unimaginative in its choice of name, the Violent Crime Action Plan is well underway in North Carolina – and it is...

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What to Say to an Officer After Being Stopped for Speeding in North Carolina

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Aug 162 min read

What to Say to an Officer After Being Stopped for Speeding in North Carolina

A traffic stop can be a daunting prospect for drivers in North Carolina. Whether you were pulled over for an alleged speeding offense or...

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Common Secondary Charges in North Carolina DWIs

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Aug 92 min read

Common Secondary Charges in North Carolina DWIs

In North Carolina, a DWI alone can lead to serious criminal consequences. However, many defendants face secondary charges, and it is...

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North Carolina Court of Appeals Makes Important Cannabis “Smell Test” Decision

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Aug 22 min read

North Carolina Court of Appeals Makes Important Cannabis “Smell Test” Decision

The scent of marijuana is very distinctive, and it is clear when someone has been smoking this substance in the vicinity. Some strains...

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