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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Coastal South Law
- Aug 30
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Aug 23
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Aug 16
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Aug 9
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Aug 2
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jul 26
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jul 19
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jul 12
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jul 5
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jun 28
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jun 21
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jun 14
- 2 min
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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Coastal South Law
- Jun 7
- 2 min
Speeding vs. Street Racing in North Carolina: What is the Difference?
Street racing and speeding often go hand in hand. If you were stopped by police while racing, you face a range of potential penalties –...
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Coastal South Law
- May 31
- 2 min
Can Biden Legalize Weed in North Carolina?
If you have been keeping tabs on marijuana legalization in North Carolina, you may be aware that both Biden and Trump are considering...
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Coastal South Law
- May 24
- 2 min
Police Carry Out Widespread Cocaine Crackdown in North Carolina
Within the space of about a week, police have cracked down on numerous alleged cocaine dealers across North Carolina. “Drug sweeps”...
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Coastal South Law
- May 17
- 2 min
DWI Task Force Pushes for More Penalties in North Carolina
State officials continue to push for harsher DWI penalties, and this is something you should be aware of if you drive in the Tar Heel...
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Coastal South Law
- May 10
- 2 min
North Carolina Authorities are Ramping Up Efforts to Catch Speeders
While speeding is unlawful in the Tar Heel State, you cannot face the consequences if the police never catch you. This may be more...
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Coastal South Law
- May 3
- 2 min
Can Police Search My Hotel Room for Cocaine in North Carolina?
Whether you are passing through the Tar Heel State or temporarily between homes, a hotel room can be a much-needed place of refuge. For a...
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Coastal South Law
- Apr 26
- 2 min
The Risks of Going to the Cherokee Marijuana Dispensary in North Carolina
In April 2024, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (ECBI) officially opened the state’s first medical marijuana dispensary in North...
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