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Caught With Laced Marijuana in North Carolina: What Do I Do?

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Feb 22 min read

Caught With Laced Marijuana in North Carolina: What Do I Do?

In a typical drug network, marijuana changes hands many times. By the time it reaches the “low-level dealer” or recreational user, it may...

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Man High on Cocaine Gets Just 75 Days in Jail for Accident That Kills NC Woman

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Dec 15, 20232 min read

Man High on Cocaine Gets Just 75 Days in Jail for Accident That Kills NC Woman

Back in March of 2023, a North Carolina woman lost her lost her life in a crash caused by a man who later tested positive for cocaine. In...

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Aggravating Factors for Cocaine Charges in North Carolina

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Nov 17, 20232 min read

Aggravating Factors for Cocaine Charges in North Carolina

Certain aggravating factors may make cocaine charges much worse in North Carolina. The truth is that not all cocaine charges are created...

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What is the Penalty for Being the "Leader" of a Drug Operation in North Carolina?

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Nov 10, 20232 min read

What is the Penalty for Being the "Leader" of a Drug Operation in North Carolina?

While there is no specific law that penalizes North Carolina residents for taking up leadership roles in the criminal world, so-called...

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Be Careful When Filming Yourself With Guns in North Carolina

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Sep 8, 20232 min read

Be Careful When Filming Yourself With Guns in North Carolina

Gun owners in North Carolina are often enthusiastic about their firearms, and the digital age gives them many ways to show their...

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What Happens if You Fake Your Own Death in North Carolina?

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Sep 1, 20232 min read

What Happens if You Fake Your Own Death in North Carolina?

Since ancient times, people have been faking their own deaths. It has been used as a method of escape, an opportunity to start a new...

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Felony Vehicle Injury by Vehicle Under North Carolina Law 20-141.4

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Aug 18, 20232 min read

Felony Vehicle Injury by Vehicle Under North Carolina Law 20-141.4

In North Carolina, the safety of its roads and highways is a paramount concern for both the state and its residents. One way the law...

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Aug 11, 20232 min read

What is Burglary?

Burglary is a serious criminal offense that involves unlawfully breaking and entering into a dwelling or other premises with the intent...

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What is the Difference Between Robbery and Larceny?

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Aug 4, 20233 min read

What is the Difference Between Robbery and Larceny?

In North Carolina, larceny and robbery are criminal offenses involving the unlawful taking of another person's property. While they share...

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Jul 28, 20232 min read

Receiving Stolen Goods as a Gift

Receiving stolen goods is a serious crime in North Carolina, as it undermines the integrity of the state's criminal justice system and...

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My Nephew Stayed at My Home for a Few Days and Now I am Being Charged as an Accessory After the Fact

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Jul 21, 20232 min read

My Nephew Stayed at My Home for a Few Days and Now I am Being Charged as an Accessory After the Fact

In North Carolina, an accessory after the fact is defined as someone who assists a person who has committed a crime with the intent to...

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Why it is Better for Co-Accused to Have Separate Criminal Defense Attorneys

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Jul 14, 20232 min read

Why it is Better for Co-Accused to Have Separate Criminal Defense Attorneys

In criminal proceedings, the right to legal representation is fundamental to ensure a fair trial and protect the defendant's rights. When...

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Jul 7, 20232 min read

Credit Card Fraud in North Carolina

Credit card fraud is a serious offense that involves the unauthorized use of another person's credit card information for personal gain....

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Safeguarding Your Fifth Amendment Rights in North Carolina

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May 19, 20232 min read

Safeguarding Your Fifth Amendment Rights in North Carolina

The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution is a vital protection that guarantees individuals certain fundamental rights during...

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Why Fighting a Marijuana Possession Charge in North Carolina is Worthwhile

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May 5, 20233 min read

Why Fighting a Marijuana Possession Charge in North Carolina is Worthwhile

Marijuana is still illegal in North Carolina, although many states have legalized the use of marijuana for medicinal and recreational...

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Improper Police Searches: Possession of Drug Charges Dropped in North Carolina

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Apr 28, 20232 min read

Improper Police Searches: Possession of Drug Charges Dropped in North Carolina

The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution provides protection against unreasonable searches and seizures by law enforcement...

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What Makes a Search of Your Car by Police in North Carolina Illegal?

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Apr 21, 20232 min read

What Makes a Search of Your Car by Police in North Carolina Illegal?

When police officers search your car, they must do so in a way that is legal under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution...

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Understanding the Difference Between Misdemeanor and Felony Charges in North Carolina

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Apr 14, 20232 min read

Understanding the Difference Between Misdemeanor and Felony Charges in North Carolina

When someone is charged with a crime in North Carolina, the charge can either be a misdemeanor or a felony. The distinction between these...

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I Have Been Arrested on a Cocaine Charge in North Carolina: How Serious is it?

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Apr 7, 20232 min read

I Have Been Arrested on a Cocaine Charge in North Carolina: How Serious is it?

Being arrested for any drug-related crime can be terrifying. If you are convicted, it could negatively impact the rest of your life. In...

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Your Kid Drove Your Car Without Asking, and Now They are in Trouble With the Law

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Dec 9, 20222 min read

Your Kid Drove Your Car Without Asking, and Now They are in Trouble With the Law

It is every parent's nightmare. Your kid took the car without asking, and now they are in trouble with the law. What do you do next? If...

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