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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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Jul 12, 20242 min read


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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Jul 5, 20242 min read


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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Jun 27, 20242 min read


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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Jun 20, 20242 min read


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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Jun 13, 20242 min read


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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Jun 7, 20242 min read


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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May 31, 20242 min read


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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May 24, 20242 min read


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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May 17, 20242 min read


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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May 10, 20242 min read


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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May 3, 20242 min read


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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Apr 26, 20242 min read


Proving You Did Not Cause an Accident in a North Carolina DWI
After a DWI charge in North Carolina, you may escape heightened penalties by proving you didn’t cause an accident. Although you might...
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Apr 19, 20242 min read


Are Speed Cameras in North Carolina Constitutional?
Various States allow speed cameras. Although the use of speed cameras is technically legal in North Carolina, none are in use today. But...
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Apr 12, 20242 min read


Can You Get Rehab Instead of Jail for Cocaine in North Carolina?
Most Americans recognize that addiction is a health issue and not a criminal issue. If you are addicted to cocaine, you might struggle to...
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Apr 5, 20242 min read


Can Police Search My House for Marijuana in North Carolina?
The prospect of a police search can be quite daunting in North Carolina – especially if you are worried about potential marijuana...
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Mar 29, 20242 min read


DWI After Taking Prescription Drugs in North Carolina
According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of all Americans take prescription drugs. 85% of people over the age of 60...
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Mar 22, 20242 min read


Penalties for Cocaine DWIs on Golf Carts in North Carolina
Golf carts are becoming increasingly popular in North Carolina. Although these vehicles are particularly common in golfing communities,...
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Mar 15, 20242 min read


Is Speeding an Actual Crime in North Carolina?
Many people become confused after receiving a speeding ticket in North Carolina. Does this constitute an actual crime, or is it more like...
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Mar 8, 20242 min read


North Carolina’s New Weed Dispensary: What You Need to Know
On paper, marijuana is illegal in North Carolina. In theory, however, there are certain ways to circumvent cannabis prohibition – and one...
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Mar 1, 20242 min read
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