A police officer arresting someone can be a frightening experience for the arrested person, especially for young people who fear the consequences even if they know they did nothing wrong. Many young people may not know that some situations do not call for an arrest....
How potent are field sobriety test results?
Officers often turn to field sobriety tests when trying to decide if a driver is under the influence. Because of their frequent use, many drivers know about them. However, the details of their use and purpose sometimes end up obscured. If you fail a field sobriety...
Contributing factors to a Class A1 misdemeanor assault conviction
North Carolina classifies misdemeanors and felonies to identify which penalties go with which illegal activity. Assault charges could be a Class 2 misdemeanor, but many factors raise the level of the charge and the corresponding punishments. Under certain...
How do doctors contribute to opioid addiction?
When you find yourself with a drug charge against you, you might feel like you are at the end of the rope. So many people struggle with drug addiction because of how the healthcare system treated them. Doctors, insurance companies and other healthcare providers have a...
Misdemeanor vs. felonious theft consequences
North Carolina takes theft crimes seriously, particularly those that include burglary and breaking and entering. If convicted on felony charges, your civil liberties may be affected, your job prospects reduced and your future irrevocably changed. According to...
How to use an ignition interlock device correctly
Among the many consequences that often come with a conviction for driving while impaired, losing your driving privileges may be the most inconvenient. After all, you must drive to work, home, the grocery store and other places that provide essential services. It may...
How should you handle your DWI on a job application?
While filling out a job application, you get to the question about your criminal past. You received a DWI recently, so how do you handle this question without ruining your chances of getting a job? Chron offers tips on discussing DWI charges on a job application....
Removing records of juvenile offenses
Most people in North Carolina likely understand that teens and juveniles often lack the judgment and life experience to fully comprehend the consequences of their actions. Still, if those actions qualify as criminal activity, local statutes may require they face some...
When can the state charge a juvenile as an adult?
In most cases, the legal system handles children and adults differently. However, there are situations in which North Carolina law allows juveniles to face charges in adult court. If your child is in a situation where he or she is facing criminal charges, it can help...
Can you legally film a DWI stop?
If an officer suspects you may have a blood alcohol concentration over North Carolina’s 0.08% legal limit, he or she may stop your vehicle. You may also encounter a sobriety checkpoint, where officers temporarily detail all approaching motorists to check for possible...
