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Accused of Causing a Cocaine Overdose in North Carolina: What are My Options?
While possession of cocaine in North Carolina is always a serious offense, consequences may be particularly severe if you face...
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Sep 5, 20252 min read


What are the Consequences of Crashing Into a Building During a DWI in North Carolina?
While crashing your vehicle while drunk always presents the possibility of legal penalties, these penalties may be particularly severe if...
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Aug 29, 20252 min read


Is Matching the Speed of Traffic a Viable Defense to Speeding Tickets in North Carolina?
You are driving down the highway, and you notice that all of the other motorists seem to be traveling at much higher speeds than normal....
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Aug 22, 20252 min read


North Carolina Police Officer Arrested for Cocaine Possession
While police officers often arrest suspects in North Carolina for cocaine possession, these individuals are not exempt from criminal...
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Aug 15, 20252 min read


How Do Authorities Establish an Intent to Distribute Marijuana in North Carolina?
If you were caught with marijuana in North Carolina , you may be facing heightened penalties due to an “intent to distribute.” Many...
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Aug 8, 20252 min read


Are Witnesses Reliable in North Carolina DWI Cases?
Witnesses are often very important in North Carolina DWI cases . However, the real question is whether these witnesses are reliable. What...
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Aug 1, 20252 min read


How North Carolina's New Higher Insurance Minimums Affect Your Speeding Ticket Costs
North Carolina drivers face a new reality in 2025 with significantly higher insurance costs. The state has implemented sweeping changes...
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Jul 25, 20252 min read


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...
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Jul 18, 20253 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...
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Jul 11, 20253 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...
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Jul 4, 20253 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...
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Jun 27, 20252 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....
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Jun 20, 20252 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...
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Jun 12, 20252 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...
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Jun 6, 20252 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...
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May 30, 20252 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...
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May 23, 20252 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...
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May 16, 20252 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...
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May 9, 20252 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...
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May 2, 20252 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...
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Apr 25, 20252 min read
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