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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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Oct 25, 20242 min read
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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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Oct 18, 20242 min read
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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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Oct 11, 20242 min read
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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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Oct 4, 20242 min read
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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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Sep 27, 20242 min read
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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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Sep 20, 20242 min read
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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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Sep 13, 20242 min read
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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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Sep 6, 20242 min read
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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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Aug 30, 20242 min read
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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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Aug 23, 20242 min read
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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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Aug 16, 20242 min read
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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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Aug 9, 20242 min read
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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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Aug 2, 20242 min read
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Should I Plead Guilty After Being Caught With Cocaine in North Carolina?
Although you might feel like your chances of success are slim after being caught with cocaine in North Carolina, there are still plenty...
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Jul 26, 20242 min read
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Confusion Continues Over the Legality of Marijuana in North Carolina
Over the past few months and years, the legality of marijuana in North Carolina has gone through numerous twists and turns. New bills...
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Jul 19, 20242 min read
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DWI After Pulling Over and Sleeping in North Carolina
After realizing that they are far too drunk to operate a motor vehicle, many drivers do the responsible thing. They pull over, turn off...
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Jul 12, 20242 min read
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Police Crack Down on Speeding Drivers in North Carolina
Within the past few weeks, numerous incidents in North Carolina have led to speeding charges for various drivers. Some of these speeding...
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Jul 5, 20242 min read
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North Carolina Man Tries to Hide Cocaine in Cheeseburger
In June of 2024, authorities reported that a man had been arrested for cocaine possession – among other offenses. This story made...
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Jun 28, 20242 min read
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North Carolina Lawmakers Once Again Attempt to Legalize Weed
Marijuana legalization efforts in North Carolina span all the way back to the 1970s. For a brief period in 1977, the state decriminalized...
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Jun 21, 20242 min read
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What Happens if You Text and Drive While Committing a DWI in North Carolina?
Texting and driving are two separate offenses in North Carolina. Commit both of these offenses simultaneously, and you may encounter...
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Jun 14, 20242 min read
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