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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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Can I Lose My North Carolina Driver’s License for Speeding?
Getting pulled over can be a terrifying experience. You might be sitting there, breaking a sweat and trying to calculate how fast were...
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Apr 23, 20213 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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Can a DWI Cost Me My Nursing License?
First off, you may be wondering, what’s the difference between a DUI and DWI? You have likely heard them used interchangeably. Before...
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Apr 9, 20212 min read
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North Carolina Jury Convicts Bolivia Man of Habitual DWI
In one of the first jury trials held following the long hiatus on in-person trials due to COVID-19 protocols, a Brunswick County jury...
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Apr 2, 20213 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...
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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...
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Mar 12, 20212 min read
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Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in North Carolina?
Getting pulled over on suspicion of driving while under the influence can be an overwhelming and terrifying experience. Many people panic...
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Mar 5, 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...
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Feb 26, 20213 min read
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Marijuana Possession in North Carolina
It can be hard to keep track of marijuana possession laws, as they are rapidly evolving and changing nationally. However, they still vary...
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Feb 19, 20213 min read
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What Happens if I am Caught With Cocaine in North Carolina?
If you are charged with a cocaine offense in North Carolina, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to proceed. This is really...
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Feb 12, 20212 min read
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Charged with DWI in North Carolina?
If you have been charged with DWI in North Carolina, you may be feeling stressed and even overwhelmed trying to figure out what comes...
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Feb 5, 20212 min read
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Shoplifting in North Carolina
In a previous article, we discussed theft offenses in general, including their consequences and potential defenses. Today, we are going...
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Dec 5, 20203 min read
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Marijuana-Related Driving While Impaired (DWI) Offenses
But alcohol is not the only intoxicant that can lead to a DWI.
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Dec 4, 20202 min read
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Marijuana Offenses in North Carolina
Have you recently been charged with or arrested for a marijuana-related offense in Southeastern North Carolina?
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Nov 27, 20202 min read
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Theft in North Carolina
In North Carolina, most theft-related crimes are referred to as larceny. The definition of larceny is on par with most states and...
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Nov 13, 20202 min read
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Important DWI Considerations in North Carolina, Part Two
Last week, we began discussing several nuanced areas of the law surrounding Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges and convictions. We...
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Nov 6, 20203 min read
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Important DWI Considerations in North Carolina, Part One
When it comes to Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges, North Carolina has some of the harshest penalties in the nation.
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Oct 30, 20203 min read
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Administrative Hearings in Driving While Impaired (DWI) Cases
In North Carolina, all Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offenses are criminal matters, even the first offense.
Coastal South Law
Oct 23, 20203 min read
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