As we discussed in a recent post, violent crimes involving weapons are on the rise. This has led to increased enforcement all across the nation. Lawmakers at all levels are also taking action in response to this rise in crime. The president signed a bill regulating firearms into law in June. So, what should you […]

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Everyone has seen the dash-cam footage of suspected drunk drivers walking in a straight line on the side of the road, with police officers looking on. This is a part of the field sobriety test that occurs when police stop drivers who they believe to be under the influence of alcohol. You may have seen […]

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It is common knowledge that possessing illegal substances or drug paraphernalia can lead to serious criminal charges. However, the risk of drug possession charges is much higher than many people might believe. That is why it is important to understand the facts about drug charges – and drug arrests – nowadays. How common are drug […]

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Violent crimes may be on the rise, but property crimes remain the most common type of crime across the country. Theft charges are still on the rise as well, and North Carolina officials recently took steps to increase enforcement and penalties for a fast-growing type of theft. Penalties look to increase for organized retail theft […]

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The police want to conduct a search, and the risk of facing criminal charges suddenly becomes very real. However, in these situations, there is also the risk of police violating your rights and conducting an illegal search. What exactly does this mean? Here are a few critical details to know. What makes a search illegal? […]

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