Unfortunately, bullying isn’t anything new. School children across the country experience various forms of bullying on a regular basis. But with the rapid advancement of technology, the same bullying that was once limited to the playground can now make its way beyond the locked doors of homes by way of electronic devices. What is Cyberbullying? […]
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What Are the Penalties for Failing to Yield to an Emergency Vehicle in NC?
Many people find that a traffic citation is not a big deal, but there are some traffic offenses that can lead to much more serious consequences. In North Carolina, failing to yield to an emergency vehicle is one of them. Failure to yield to an emergency vehicle is generally charged as a misdemeanor, which will […]
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What to Do When You Have Received a CDL Suspension
North Carolina requires that anyone who drives a vehicle weighing more than 26,001 pounds (excluding trailers and hauling trailers that weigh more than 10,000 pounds, and vehicles accommodating at least 16 passengers such as buses, vehicles that transport hazardous materials) must obtain their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) if they are to use the vehicle for […]
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Taking a BAC Test in North Carolina
Unfortunately, sometimes people make a big error in judgment when they decide to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08. When someone is pulled over under the suspicion of drunk driving, the officer may ultimately choose to administer either a breath or a blood test. But do you have a choice? BAC Tests […]
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What to Know About Reckless Driving in North Carolina
Most traffic and speeding offenses are not considered to be serious crimes, but rather infractions, in the state of North Carolina. However, there are still some that carry more serious consequences that may stay on your record forever. One such offense: Reckless Driving. Reckless Driving is a moving violation, considered to be a class 2 […]
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Open Container Laws in North Carolina
Although you are likely aware of the illegality of drinking and driving, you may not be as familiar with the illegality of transporting an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle. People in a car that is parked are still in violation of the law. Whether or not you are 21 […]
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Can a DWI Be a Felony in North Carolina?
In the state of North Carolina, when it comes to driving while impaired, most offenses are misdemeanors. But despite only being a misdemeanor, the consequences of such a conviction can still be severe. It can result in a substantial fine, suspension of your license, and even jail time. And if that isn’t bad enough, a […]
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Driving While Impaired Defense: Can BAC Tests Be Inaccurate?
The outcomes of many DWI cases generally rest upon blood tests. Blood tests are the most adequate gauge for determining an individual’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that we currently have. BAC can be tested through a sample of a driver’s blood, breath, or urine. In the state of North Carolina, an individual may be charged […]
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What to Know About North Carolina’s Opioid Epidemic
Over the past decade, residents of North Carolina have experienced opioid misuse, addiction, and ultimately double the number of overdoses. Opioids, also known as opiates, include not only illicit drugs such as heroin and fentanyl, but also prescription pain medication including things like morphine, Vicodin, oxycodone, and Tylenol with codeine. Regardless of the drug’s legal […]
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NC Possession and Distribution of Marijuana Laws: What to Know
So long as marijuana remains illegal, possession and distribution of the substance will lead to legal action when discovered. However, it is important to note that the charges an individual faces for such is directly proportionate to both the quantity that he or she has as well as whether or not he or she has […]
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