Police can't make an arrest without probable cause. They cannot simply arrest a private citizen for no reason and then begin digging into his or her background, looking for a crime that justifies it. In the United States, we often take this principle for granted, but...
Month: August 2017
Cocaine charges are always felonies
Cocaine charges are very serious, no matter the situation. While some drug crimes can net you relatively minor misdemeanor charges, cocaine always brings about felony charges. That's true if you sell it, move it over state lines or just possess it for personal use....
Can you challenge DWI/DUI evidence against you?
If you're facing North Carolina DWI/DUI charges, you're likely anxious. Drunk driving convictions come with a host of both short-term and long-lasting consequences, including: Loss of your driving privileges The possible need for an expensive ignition interlock device...
Accused of a marijuana-related crime?
The state of North Carolina does not take drug crimes lightly. However, when it comes to offenses involving marijuana, the consequences of conviction may not be as severe as they would be for offenses involving other types of drugs. What exactly are the state's...
School superintendent gets DWI conviction
A school superintendent in North Carolina was arrested and charged with a DWI, and he was recently convicted on those charges. He used to work for the Madison County Schools. After he was arrested back at the end of February, he stepped away from his position. It's...
Why you must take drunk driving charges seriously
When people head to area bars and restaurants with friends, family or co-workers to grab a bite to eat and converse, chances are good that a round of drinks will be ordered. While there is certainly nothing wrong with this, what happens when a person has just one...
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