While often extremely inconvenient, sobriety checkpoints are legal. But while you may not evade them, you still have certain rights. Here are the dos and don’ts of sobriety checkpoints in North Carolina. DO Stop When Asked The Supreme Court has ruled that sobriety checkpoints are legal. Therefore, you must stop at a sobriety checkpoint if […]
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5 Most Commonly Prosecuted Animal Cruelty Charges
Animals are so beloved that many people not only have them as pets but also consider them a member of the family. Sadly, not everyone shares in this kindness towards animals. Despite being illegal (and potentially including felony charges) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, animal cruelty still occurs. Here are the […]
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What to Know About the Crime of Sexual Assault on a Female in NC
Sexual assault of any kind is wrong and is considered a crime. In North Carolina sexual assault and sexual assault on a female are two separate crimes with various differences. Here is what you should know about the crime of sexual assault on a female in North Carolina. Sexual Assault In North Carolina, sexual assault […]
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Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling in North Carolina
Sadly, incidents of road rage have increased since the pandemic. With this, allegations of individuals shooting into occupied vehicles has also increased throughout North Carolina. There is a specific law against shooting into occupied dwellings, such as buildings, vehicles, and enclosures. The discharging of a firearm in North Carolina is a felony. In an alleged […]
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Are DWI Records Made Public in North Carolina?
When you make a huge mistake, such as driving while impaired (DWI), you probably hope to accept the consequences and then move on with your life. However, it’s not always so simple. When you have been arrested for DWI in North Carolina, the records are public, which allows for anyone to find them. Criminal records […]
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Does Swerving Alone Constitute Reasonable Suspicion for a DUI/DWI in NC?
It can be terrifying to be charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI). You never expect to find yourself in such a situation. If convicted of DUI/DWI, your license can be suspended or revoked, you can lose your job – and your reputation. However, just because you have been charged […]
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What to Know About Larceny in North Carolina
Taking someone else’s property without their permission is generally punishable under the law. North Carolina takes these types of crimes seriously. The punishment for shoplifting, also known as larceny, is dependent upon the value of the goods that were stolen. Larceny Crimes Based on Value of Goods If the value of the items that were […]
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Non-Legal Consequences of a Sex Crime Conviction
Some of the most serious crimes that someone can be accused of are sex crimes such as rape, and sexual assault. For this reason, those who are convicted of such crimes face steep fines and significant prison sentences. You will also lose certain rights such as owning or possessing a firearm (for violent sex crimes) […]
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Here’s Why You Should Always Follow a Protective Order
If a protective order for domestic assault has been filed against you, you may be extremely hurt, angry, confused, and wonder what to do next. You may think that the order is inappropriate or uncalled for, you may even think that the individual who filed it lied about what happened and that it is unnecessary. […]
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What is the Safety Valve Provision and How Can it Lessen Federal Sentencing?
When someone is convicted of a specific crime or accepts a plea bargain, they automatically receive at least a pre-established minimum sentence for that crime. It may come as a surprise that it’s actually Congress – not a judge – that sets those minimums. The judge can choose to increase the sentence from the minimum […]
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