Can NC Parents Let Their Minor Children Drink at Holiday Parties?

Dec 20
2018

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Categories: Juvenile Crimes | Minor in Possession

Parents just want their teenagers to be safe, but every parent’s approach is different. You may know parents who are very strict about letting their child drink. You may also know parents who let children drink in their house and take away their keys to keep them safe.

If you are one of these latter parents, make sure you know the laws in North Carolina to keep your children (and yourself) out of trouble. Namely, the fact that it is illegal to let underage kids drink except for in very specific cases.

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Why North Carolina DWIs Increase over the Holidays

Dec 18
2018

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Categories: DWI

Holiday parties and celebrations can be some of the most exciting events of the year. Unfortunately, for thousands of Americans, holiday celebrations turn into tragedy.

Why? Because people drink more over the holiday season, which increases the risk of driving while intoxicated. Many drivers end up with a DWI, and many families are affected by accidents and fatalities.

DWI Stats During the Holidays

Americans see increased DWI rates during pretty much all of the big holidays and the weeks surrounding them, but the stats during winter holidays are especially unnerving.

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Actions That Can Result in a North Carolina Restraining Order

Dec 7
2018

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Categories: Restraining Orders

Restraining orders can have a significant impact on your life. The conditions of North Carolina restraining orders may dictate where you can go, who you can talk to, or even whether or not you get custody of your children. People who receive restraining orders may also have to pay fines or restitution to victims.

Do not let a restraining order control your day-to-day life. Understand what actions may lead to the instatement of a restraining order in North Carolina and how you can fight accusations and penalties in court. If you have recently [...]

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At What Point Does Theft in North Carolina Become a Felony?

Nov 23
2018

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Categories: Felonies | Theft Crimes

The difference between a felony and a misdemeanor conviction could affect your right to vote, to own firearms, and even your ability to get a job in North Carolina.

So, what determines whether a crime is a felony or a misdemeanor? In general, it is determined by the severity of the act, but there are all kinds of factors. For example, if someone has a clean record and commits a crime, they may be more likely to face misdemeanor charges than someone who has a record.

In this post, we’re going to focus [...]

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Prostitution Is a Sex Crime in North Carolina

Dec 6
2018

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Categories: Prostitution | Solicitation

Prostitution is one of the world’s oldest professions, but it is still a criminal act here in North Carolina.

You probably know that. What you might not know, though, is that this is an act that is classified as a sex crime, and as such can carry with it unexpected penalties. In fact, a number of charges that can potentially fall under the umbrella of prostitution in our state required those convicted to register as sex offenders.

To help you avoid making a mistake that could result in your conviction, this post aims [...]

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