Highway work zones can undoubtedly be an inconvenience for drivers. However, this work is necessary to keep our highways in good condition or to add lanes where more are needed to accommodate changing traffic patterns. The men and women who do this work risk their...
Traffic violations occur commonly, but some, such as a DUI, carry far more weight than a simple fine. Knowing about potentially severe offenses can help drivers navigate the roads safely and avoid legal woes. Serious injury by vehicle When a traffic violation (usually...
Every criminal defense strategy is unique, as it must address the specific issues that led to someone's arrest and prosecution. However, it is possible to group common defense strategies into specific categories. There are numerous approaches to criminal defense, each...
In some states, cellphone use is prohibited, but only as an additional charge. The police couldn’t stop someone for using their phone. They could just give them a citation if that phone use led to a driving mistake like running a red light or causing a car accident....
To better understand the exclusionary rule, it is helpful to first review the constitutional amendment upon which the rule is founded. The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures by law enforcement and other government agents. This means that you are protected from any government activity that would violate the amendment. However, if…
Nearly all employment applications require your signature to consent to a criminal background check as part of the screening process. So, it is only natural to wonder what that means for your future employment opportunities if there is a felony on your criminal record. Fortunately, blanket bans are illegal, which means an employer cannot deny employment solely because a criminal…
Understanding Marijuana Charges in North Carolina Under North Carolina law, marijuana is considered a Schedule 6 substance, the lowest classification possible for a controlled substance. Despite recent changes to marijuana laws in many other states, it is a crime to knowingly possess a controlled substance in North Carolina, which includes possession of marijuana. If you are caught with marijuana while…
In North Carolina, drivers who break the law might get away with a traffic ticket, but it’s not worth the gamble: others may end up with actual criminal charges that carry severe penalties and besmirch their permanent criminal records. Contact Us! Here, we review what constitutes reckless driving in North Carolina, the associated penalties, and whether someone charged with a…
North Carolina takes any crime involving a child victim extremely seriously – even more so when the offense is sexual in nature. The crime of taking indecent liberties with a child is no exception. Here, we discuss what exactly it means to take indecent liberties with a child (the definition is intentionally very broad) and the associated penalties. How Does…
Indecent exposure in North Carolina is no laughing matter. In fact, it can land you in jail and even on the lifetime sex offender registry in certain cases. If you have been charged with indecent exposure, you should contact a North Carolina criminal defense attorney to review your case and develop your defense. But first, let’s discuss what indecent exposure…