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Is a Judge or Jury Trial Better for a Criminal Case?

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Oct 15, 20212 min read

Is a Judge or Jury Trial Better for a Criminal Case?

If you are facing criminal charges you may be thinking a lot about your upcoming jury trial. But did you know that you do not have to...

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Coastal South Law

Oct 8, 20212 min read

Making the Best Impression in Court

You may think that nothing you do could change the outcome of your case, but that is not true. Every time you are in front of the judge...

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Should I Hire a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?

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Aug 6, 20213 min read

Should I Hire a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?

If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina, you may be trying to decide what steps to take next. The time after you have been...

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Understanding the Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases

Coastal South Law

Jul 30, 20212 min read

Understanding the Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases

If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina for drug possession or other offenses, you may be feeling unsure of what comes next....

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What to Do After You are Charged With a Crime in North Carolina

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Jul 23, 20213 min read

What to Do After You are Charged With a Crime in North Carolina

Being charged with a crime is a stressful and overwhelming experience. Many people believe that after they are charged, all they can do...

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Why Chain of Custody Matters in a Possession Case

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Jul 16, 20212 min read

Why Chain of Custody Matters in a Possession Case

Being charged with possession of drugs in North Carolina may feel like rock bottom, but charges are not as open-and-shut as they may...

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Help! I Have Been Charged With Cocaine Possession in North Carolina

Coastal South Law

Jul 2, 20212 min read

Help! I Have Been Charged With Cocaine Possession in North Carolina

If you have been charged with cocaine possession in North Carolina, you may be concerned about what comes next. Cocaine possession is a...

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Jun 25, 20213 min read

What is a Plea Bargain?

If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina, you may be concerned about what comes next. Being convicted of a crime can have...

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Coastal South Law

Jun 18, 20213 min read

Defenses to Speeding Tickets

If you have been charged with speeding in North Carolina and given a ticket, you may be wondering how to proceed. Although it may seem...

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A Guide to Jury Selection for North Carolina DWI Trials

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Jun 11, 20212 min read

A Guide to Jury Selection for North Carolina DWI Trials

If you have been charged with DWI or another criminal offense in North Carolina, you may be feeling overwhelmed and confused about how...

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NC Middle School Teacher Arrested for Trafficking Marijuana

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May 28, 20212 min read

NC Middle School Teacher Arrested for Trafficking Marijuana

A 47-year-old Bolivia, NC woman was arrested recently after the fire department responded to reports of a possible fire at her home. In...

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Can a Felony be Reduced to a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?

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Apr 30, 20212 min read

Can a Felony be Reduced to a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?

A felony conviction can affect nearly all aspects of a person’s life, from their ability to drive and vote, to their housing and...

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7-Mile-Long Road-Rage Incident Lands Two Men in Jail

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Apr 16, 20212 min read

7-Mile-Long Road-Rage Incident Lands Two Men in Jail

A 24-year old driver and his 18-year-old male passenger are in jail after an extensive seven-mile-long road rage incident in Battle...

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Defenses to North Carolina Possession Charges

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Mar 26, 20213 min read

Defenses to North Carolina Possession Charges

Being charged with possession of an illegal substance can be one of the most terrifying experiences a person ever has to face. Being...

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Coastal South Law

Mar 19, 20212 min read

Can Police Search My Car?

Being pulled over by police can be a terrifying experience. It can be hard to remember, through all the stress and adrenaline, what your...

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Are There Second Chances Under North Carolina Law?

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Mar 12, 20212 min read

Are There Second Chances Under North Carolina Law?

Facing criminal charges can be one of the most terrifying experiences a person confronts in their lifetime. Criminal charges can derail...

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How Much a North Carolina Speeding Ticket Will Really Cost You

Coastal South Law

Feb 26, 20213 min read

How Much a North Carolina Speeding Ticket Will Really Cost You

Most speeding tickets issued in North Carolina are $50 or less, which may not seem like a big deal. However, the cost of the initial fine...

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