Britny’s Law: What It Means for NC Domestic Violence Charges

Dec 31
2017

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Categories: Domestic Violence

A new domestic violence law went into effect on Dec. 1 in North Carolina. This law, dubbed Britny’s Law in honor of the original victim, will create harsher penalties for certain domestic violence convictions. Below, we’re going to explain how the new law came about and what it may mean if you are charged with domestic violence, then touch on a few other domestic violence bills recently signed by the governor.

The History of Britny’s Law

In November 2014, 22-year-old Britny Puryear was killed by her live-in boyfriend, Logan McLean, after four years [...]

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Sexual Harassment in North Carolina Can Be a Sex Crime

Dec 21
2017

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Categories: Sexual Harrassment

With everything in the news lately, you’re probably well aware of the fact that our country is undergoing something of an awakening where sexual harassment is concerned. With all of the talk and so many prominent men getting ousted, you might be wondering exactly what constitutes sexual harassment in North Carolina and whether these acts qualify as sex crimes in our state.

The answer, unfortunately, is not straight forward. While sexual harassment itself isn’t necessarily a criminal act, certain types of harassment can be criminal. Below, we’re going to detail what behaviors are [...]

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What It Means to Be Charged with North Carolina Assault and Battery

Dec 15
2017

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Categories: Assault | Assault & Battery | Battery

Even though North Carolina lawmakers define assault differently from assault and battery, they are charged the same way. Below, we will describe the difference between the two, along with the penalties for these charges, and defenses that can be used to fight back against them.

Assault in North Carolina

Under North Carolina law, a charge of assault applies when an attempt is made to commit assault and battery, or an offender uses a show of force to demonstrate that assault and battery is imminent. In other words, assault is essentially threatening to use [...]

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Story Highlights Need for Non-Punitive Shoplifting Consequences in NC

Dec 6
2017

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Categories: Shoplifting / Retail Theft

A recent story of a North Carolina woman’s alleged larceny sheds light on why it is so important to have alternatives to the typical punishments for stealing. Moreover, it is a reminder that there are all kinds of reasons why someone might shoplift, and that sometimes a little bit of kindness and understanding can go a long way.

The Desperate Situation a North Carolina Mother Found Herself In

It started when two police officers arrested Theresa West, 44, of the Hillsborough area for stealing from a Food Lion grocery store. The store contacted [...]

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Charged with Drug Trafficking in NC? These Strategies May Help

Dec 3
2017

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Categories: Drug Crimes | Drug Trafficking

If you are facing drug trafficking charges in North Carolina, the potential consequences can feel overwhelming.

Moreover, you can face several different charges related to drug trafficking. You can be charged with cultivating, manufacturing, possessing, distributing, transporting, or selling illicit drugs. You can be charged for using a dwelling or motor home to store drugs, and you can be charged with trafficking.

Here’s the thing about trafficking charges, though: you don’t have to actually transport or sell drugs in order to get hit with the offense.

What a NC Drug Trafficking Charge Really

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