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Why Cocaine Possession Charges are Harder to Beat Than Other Drug Offenses
When facing drug possession charges in North Carolina, many defendants assume all controlled substances carry similar penalties and...
Coastal South Law
Jul 183 min read


Why North Carolina's Marijuana "Decriminalization" Still Means Criminal Charges
Many people in North Carolina believe that marijuana has been decriminalized in the state. This common misconception can lead to serious...
Coastal South Law
Jul 113 min read


Beach Week DWI Checkpoints are Targeting Summer Tourists in North Carolina
Summer brings thousands of tourists to North Carolina's pristine coastline, from the Outer Banks to Wilmington's beaches. However, many...
Coastal South Law
Jul 43 min read


How to Fight a Speeding Ticket in North Carolina
Summer brings increased travel and heightened traffic enforcement across North Carolina. State troopers and local police departments ramp...
Coastal South Law
Jun 272 min read


Should I Take a Plea Deal for a Cocaine Charge in North Carolina?
When facing cocaine charges in North Carolina , one of the most important questions you must ask yourself is whether to take a plea deal....
Coastal South Law
Jun 202 min read


North Carolina Governor Gives Conflicting Messages Regarding Cannabis Legalization
The Governor of North Carolina has indicated that he may crack down on hemp while simultaneously voicing support for legal marijuana for...
Coastal South Law
Jun 122 min read


DWI Drivers Face Serious Consequences for Having Kids in Their Cars
Although a “simple DUI” might not lead to overly severe penalties, your consequences may be much higher with certain “aggravating...
Coastal South Law
Jun 62 min read


Types of Speeding Tickets in North Carolina
According to Bankrate , a single speeding ticket in North Carolina can increase your auto insurance costs by up to 49%. This is the...
Coastal South Law
May 302 min read


Major Cocaine Crackdown Reported in South Carolina
South Carolina authorities have continued their operations against alleged drug traffickers, indicting over 100 people in May of 2025...
Coastal South Law
May 232 min read


North Carolina Supreme Court Once Again Revisits the Issue of Smell Searches
Over the years, many defendants in North Carolina have been arrested for cannabis possession after searches. Many of these searches had...
Coastal South Law
May 162 min read


DWI Drivers Face Serious Consequences in North Carolina
Over the past week, multiple DWI offenders in North Carolina have been arrested. The incidents illustrate how serious the consequences...
Coastal South Law
May 92 min read


What is Worse in North Carolina: Driving Too Fast or Driving Too Slow?
While most people know that speeding can be dangerous, the hazards of driving too slowly are more subtle. However, driving too slowly can...
Coastal South Law
May 22 min read


What Signs of Cocaine Possession Can an Officer Spot From Outside a Vehicle?
In North Carolina, police officers need a valid reason before they can search your vehicle for drugs. They might use various excuses to...
Coastal South Law
Apr 252 min read


Two Very Different Marijuana Bills Filed in North Carolina
Over the past few days and weeks, lawmakers have filed two very different bills involving marijuana. The first seeks to restrict access...
Coastal South Law
Apr 182 min read


What Should I Tell My Lawyer After a DUI in North Carolina?
Meeting with a lawyer can be stressful after a DUI in North Carolina . However, this meeting might also represent an opportunity to get...
Coastal South Law
Apr 112 min read


North Carolina Lawmakers Renew Push for Legal Marijuana
Lawmakers in North Carolina have once again proposed bills that could legalize recreational cannabis in the Tar Heel State. We have seen...
Coastal South Law
Apr 42 min read


Multiple Drivers Cited for Speeding in North Carolina
Within the past week, numerous drivers have been cited for speeding in North Carolina. You might be one of them, and you might be...
Coastal South Law
Mar 282 min read


The Consequences of Exposing Children to Cocaine in North Carolina
In March of 2025, authorities in Columbus County reported that a woman had been arrested for allegedly allowing a baby to ingest cocaine....
Coastal South Law
Mar 212 min read


Multiple Drivers Face DWI Charges in North Carolina
Throughout the past few days and weeks, numerous drivers have faced DWI charges in North Carolina. Some of these DWIs were quite serious,...
Coastal South Law
Mar 142 min read


Speeders Face Consequences in North Carolina
Over the past few days and weeks, hundreds of North Carolina drivers have faced serious consequences for breaking the speed limit. Some...
Coastal South Law
Mar 72 min read
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