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Is a Judge or Jury Trial Better for a Criminal Case?
If you are facing criminal charges you may be thinking a lot about your upcoming jury trial. But did you know that you do not have to...
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Oct 15, 20212 min read
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Making the Best Impression in Court
You may think that nothing you do could change the outcome of your case, but that is not true. Every time you are in front of the judge...
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Oct 8, 20212 min read
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Should I Hire a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?
If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina, you may be trying to decide what steps to take next. The time after you have been...
Coastal South Law
Aug 6, 20213 min read
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Understanding the Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases
If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina for drug possession or other offenses, you may be feeling unsure of what comes next....
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Jul 30, 20212 min read
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What to Do After You are Charged With a Crime in North Carolina
Being charged with a crime is a stressful and overwhelming experience. Many people believe that after they are charged, all they can do...
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Jul 23, 20213 min read
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Why Chain of Custody Matters in a Possession Case
Being charged with possession of drugs in North Carolina may feel like rock bottom, but charges are not as open-and-shut as they may...
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Jul 16, 20212 min read
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Help! I Have Been Charged With Cocaine Possession in North Carolina
If you have been charged with cocaine possession in North Carolina, you may be concerned about what comes next. Cocaine possession is a...
Coastal South Law
Jul 2, 20212 min read
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What is a Plea Bargain?
If you are facing criminal charges in North Carolina, you may be concerned about what comes next. Being convicted of a crime can have...
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Jun 25, 20213 min read
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Defenses to Speeding Tickets
If you have been charged with speeding in North Carolina and given a ticket, you may be wondering how to proceed. Although it may seem...
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Jun 18, 20213 min read
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A Guide to Jury Selection for North Carolina DWI Trials
If you have been charged with DWI or another criminal offense in North Carolina, you may be feeling overwhelmed and confused about how...
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Jun 11, 20212 min read
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NC Middle School Teacher Arrested for Trafficking Marijuana
A 47-year-old Bolivia, NC woman was arrested recently after the fire department responded to reports of a possible fire at her home. In...
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May 28, 20212 min read
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Can a Felony be Reduced to a Misdemeanor in North Carolina?
A felony conviction can affect nearly all aspects of a person’s life, from their ability to drive and vote, to their housing and...
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Apr 30, 20212 min read
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7-Mile-Long Road-Rage Incident Lands Two Men in Jail
A 24-year old driver and his 18-year-old male passenger are in jail after an extensive seven-mile-long road rage incident in Battle...
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Apr 16, 20212 min read
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Defenses to North Carolina Possession Charges
Being charged with possession of an illegal substance can be one of the most terrifying experiences a person ever has to face. Being...
Coastal South Law
Mar 26, 20213 min read
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Can Police Search My Car?
Being pulled over by police can be a terrifying experience. It can be hard to remember, through all the stress and adrenaline, what your...
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Mar 19, 20212 min read
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Are There Second Chances Under North Carolina Law?
Facing criminal charges can be one of the most terrifying experiences a person confronts in their lifetime. Criminal charges can derail...
Coastal South Law
Mar 12, 20212 min read
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How Much a North Carolina Speeding Ticket Will Really Cost You
Most speeding tickets issued in North Carolina are $50 or less, which may not seem like a big deal. However, the cost of the initial fine...
Coastal South Law
Feb 26, 20213 min read
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