5 Things to Know About the North Carolina Sex Offender Registry

Mar 7
2016

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Categories: Sex Crimes

Sex offenders, especially those who commit acts against children, are often seen as the lowest kind of criminal. They are targeted for life, rarely getting the chance to put the past in the past and move on.

Most states in the United States – North Carolina included – look down on sex offenders and have strict consequences and severe penalties for anyone convicted of these crimes. Even after someone has “done their time” in prison, we then require them to register as a sex offender and continue with that label in perpetuity.

Being [...]

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How Drug Trafficking Headlines in North Carolina May Affect You

Feb 29
2016

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Categories: Drug Crimes | Drug Trafficking

Over the past several weeks, there has been an onslaught of drug trafficking news stories in North Carolina. What does this mean for our state and for those who are currently facing drug trafficking charges?

Let’s take a look at a few of the more prominent recent cases.

  • Owners of the Animal Hospital of Nags Head in eastern North Carolina – Barrett and Patrice Welch – were arrested on felony drug trafficking charges for opium and heroin. The deputies of Dare County began an investigation when allegations arose that the Welches were inappropriately
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When Can You Not Carry a Gun in North Carolina

Feb 23
2016

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Categories: Gun Laws | Weapons Charges

Guns are a hot topic right now. With numerous school shootings, police shootings, and even terrorist acts threatening gun policies, it’s more important then ever to know and understand gun laws and your rights regarding guns in North Carolina.

Protecting the Second Amendment and the “right of the people to keep and bear Arms” is at the heart of this issue. And under section 30 of our state constitution, North Carolina also protects North Carolinians’ right to bear arms.

But just because you have that right doesn’t mean you always have that right. [...]

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What Constitutes a White Collar Crime in North Carolina?

Feb 15
2016

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Categories: White Collar Crime

Non-violent crimes, such as fraud and embezzlement, are considered “white collar” in the state of North Carolina. White collar crimes typically involve deceit and are usually done with the motivation of financial gain.

If you’re facing criminal charges in regards to a white collar crime, the penalties can be quite severe. You need to fight back to protect your future, and in order to craft the most effective defense strategy, it’s important to understand what exactly constitutes a white collar crime in North Carolina.

As experienced white collar crime attorneys, the lawyers at [...]

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Your Guide to North Carolina’s Personal Injury Laws

Feb 8
2016

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Categories: Personal Injury

When people get hurt or sick, they tend to chalk it up to clumsiness, bad luck, or just an overall unfortunate situation. It’s not fun or easy having to pay for medical bills or miss time at work, but there’s nothing that can be done about it.

Except that isn’t always true.

Sometimes another person or organization is responsible for harming you because they acted in a negligent manner. And when this is the case, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim against them in court and receive compensation for [...]

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