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...
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What if you have a false positive on a drug test?
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...
Can you get a felony charge downgraded in NC?
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...
Knowing the impact of a DUI
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...
When do you have to install an IID?
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...
How much does a North Carolina DWI affect auto insurance rates?
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....
At what point are you too drunk to drive?
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...
What is the penalty for breaking and entering in NC?
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...
What is a prayer for judgment continued?
Most drivers convicted of traffic offenses in North Carolina must pay both a fine and the court costs. However, there is a unique judicial action available for some traffic violations that may result in reduced fines. The courts refer to this action as a prayer for...
When does speeding turn into reckless driving?
If you are like many North Carolinians, you often find there are too few hours in the day to accomplish everything you need to finish. Exceeding the speed limit by a few miles per hour may be part of fitting everything into your hectic schedule. Speeding may not be...