Criminal Defense

Domestic violence charges often result in some type of protective court order. These restraining orders might have more consequences than you initially expect. One potential problem is that certain types of criminal charges might come with more serious penalties,...

If the police pull you over with suspicion that you are driving under the influence of alcohol, it may feel like you have very limited options. In reality, you have specific rights that can help you overcome DUI charges handed down through wrongful behavior. Knowing...

Evidence is essential to proving any case in court. The prosecution must ensure it has adequate evidence against you to show you committed the crime if it expects to win the case. In some cases, you may be able to use the prosecution's evidence against them and use...

Many workplaces require drug testing of employees. Sometimes there may be a genuine suspicion that you are using drugs, but other times, the tests happen randomly. You may also have to undergo drug testing as a student. Here are some things you need to know in the...

If you face jail time, you might wonder if there is any possible way of escaping it. Although you could avoid jail by having your charges dropped or dismissed, this is not a common or easy solution. Downgrading criminal charges are one possibility for avoiding jail...

Getting a DUI for the first time could either feel like less of a big deal than it actually is, or it might feel like the end of the world depending on a person's circumstances and personality. It is important to understand the true impact of a DUI on a person's...

If charged with drunk driving in North Carolina, people face wide-ranging penalties, including jail time, fines and driver’s license suspensions. Under certain circumstances, motorists charged with or convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated must also have...

Like all states, North Carolina has laws in place prohibiting you from driving while impaired. If a North Carolina law enforcement official stops your car and charges you with DWI, you may face possible jail time, hefty fines and other repercussions in the aftermath....

When we go out on the town, it is natural to indulge in an alcoholic beverage or more. While pleasurable, this activity can be dangerous. Drinking and driving often have tragic consequences. It can be a challenge to know when we are too drunk to drive. Misjudging...

If a police officer arrests you for breaking and entering in North Carolina, the crime with which the state will charge you depends on several factors, including what type of building you broke into, whether another person or persons occupied it, and your reason for...