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Simply being drunk while sitting on a curb is not a crime in North Carolina. However, your behavior while intoxicated can turn the situation into a criminal matter, especially if you interfere with traffic, obstruct a sidewalk or become disruptive. An arrest for...
When people are consuming drugs, they often aren’t aware of whether children might be able to get ahold of them. Much like a loaded gun, a controlled substance can harm or even kill a child before anyone realizes what has happened. A new North Carolina law that took...
With house prices on the rise, many married couples need the income and credit scores of both spouses to qualify for mortgages. Higher home prices require more income due to larger monthly payments. Spouses can not only afford more home when they purchase together,...
Being charged with a crime in North Carolina does not automatically mean you will remain in jail until your case is resolved. You may be eligible for release while your case is pending, depending on the facts and circumstances involved and other factors considered by...
GLP-1 medications have become increasingly popular for treating Type 2 diabetes and assisting with weight loss. Drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide are now used by millions of Americans. They are fully legal to use, provided that the user has a prescription....
A lot of people don’t realize that they may be able to avoid being charged with certain drug-related offenses simply by doing the right thing. North Carolina, like many other states across the country, has a law that provides some immunity to those who get emergency...
Many frisks or pat-down searches occur after an arrest. Police officers must check people for drugs, dangerous weapons and other contraband before transporting them to holding facilities. Occasionally, police officers may conduct physical searches of people prior to...
If the police want to search your phone for evidence during a criminal investigation, they certainly may start by trying to look on the device itself. But they generally need your consent or a search warrant. This can make it difficult for them to actually look for...
Being accused of a drug-related offense can be a stressful and confusing experience. The situation can escalate quickly, and the consequences may include fines, a criminal record or even jail time. Understanding what to do in the early stages can make a significant...
Ending a marriage after several years together can be challenging, especially when it comes to property division. Long-term marriages often involve deeply intertwined finances, marital assets and questions about what is fair after many years of shared contributions....