One North Carolina town has lost its entire police department -- at least temporarily. The whole thing started with the arrest of the Southport's police chief and his lieutenant on July 26. The two men, both in their 40s, were charged with falsely obtaining property,...
Month: July 2018
Did drinking get you into legal trouble in North Carolina?
If you're age 21 or more, there's nothing necessarily wrong (at least, legally) with consuming alcohol, provided you do so in a manner that does not negatively affect your life or those around you. It's no secret that alcohol-related issues often wreak havoc in...
Boating under the influence and North Carolina law
One of the advantages of living here in North Carolina is the abundance of beautiful coastal areas and lakes. For many North Carolinians, a day on a boat, whether off the Atlantic coast or elsewhere, involves alcohol. However, if you're the one operating the vessel,...
Be careful with estate plan changes during and after divorce
If you and your spouse are headed for divorce and your relationship has devolved into conflict, distrust and perhaps even some hate, one of your first instincts may be to remove him or her entirely from all of your estate planning documents. You don't want your...
How to set up a special needs trust without forfeiting benefits
If you have an adult child or another family member with a physical or mental disability that impacts their ability to care for themselves, you want to ensure that they are provided for once you're no longer around. Many people create special needs trusts for this...
Laws involving drinking and driving vary between the Carolinas
Many South Carolina residents spend time in North Carolina enjoying the beaches and other attractions, visiting family and friends or attending college. Many laws regarding drinking and driving are the same in both states. For example, if you're 21 or older, a blood...
INcrease your chances of avoiding DWI/DUI stops in North Carolina
You undoubtedly already know that the easiest way to avoid a DWI/DUI stop in North Carolina, or anywhere, is to completely refrain from consuming alcohol before driving. However, even such seemingly foolproof measures do not always work because police often make...
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