It is common to have prescription medication. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of the United States population takes prescription or therapeutic drugs. However, the abuse and misuse of prescription drugs are also on the rise. In turn, law enforcement is cracking down on crimes involving prescription drugs. So, if […]

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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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Facing an arrest can be just as frightening as facing criminal charges. In cases like this, it is human instinct to protect yourself – which might involve the fight-or-flight response. However, fleeing or otherwise resisting arrest could lead to even more stress in such a situation. So, what should you know about “resisting arrest?” What […]

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Anytime someone gets behind the wheel after a night out, they could face the risk of getting pulled over by police. They might believe they are okay to drive, but a breath test can often pick up even the slightest hints of alcohol. The breath test and even criminal charges do not discriminate by age […]

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During the traffic stop, police may conduct a field sobriety test and eventually charge an individual with a DUI or a DWI. Even so, to escalate from criminal charges to a conviction, the prosecution has to prove that the individual was driving drunk. How exactly do they prove this and potentially obtain a conviction? As […]

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If someone faces criminal charges, the details are often the most important aspect of the case. This is why laws list a range of penalties, depending on the severity of the offense. That is also the courts consider both mitigating and aggravating circumstances. However, you may have heard that some charges come with a “mandatory […]

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